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Dr. James Naples, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Naples, Otolaryngologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. James Naples, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Naples is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Naples’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Naples’s office at (617) 632-7500.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Naples?

    Dr. James Naples, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Naples empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acoustic Neuroma/Schwannoma, Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Leak , Cholesteatoma, Cochlear Implants, Dizziness/Vertigo, Ear Infections, Hearing Loss, Meniere's Disease, Otosclerosis/Stapedectomy, Skull Base Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Naples is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Naples speak?

    Dr. Naples and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Naples typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Naples diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Naples. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Combined Hearing Loss
    • Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Type Hearing Loss
    • Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H90A32: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
    • Benign cranial nerve neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Both Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Bilateral Tinnitus
    • Head Noise Both Sides

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Right Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Chronic Right Middle Ear Infection
    • Chronic Right Otitis Media
    • Long-term Right Ear Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H65491: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, right ear

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Naples typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Naples performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Naples. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Eardrum Repair Surgery
    • Tympanoplasty
    • Middle Ear Repair
    • Eardrum Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
    • Autogenous ear cartilage graft
    • Nose cartilage reconstruction
    • Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
    • Cartilage transplant for nose/ear

    CPT Codes:

    • 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)

    Does Dr. Naples accept my insurance?

    Dr. Naples accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Naples accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Naples in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Network Health

    • Other TPA

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Naples' office located?

    Dr. James Naples' Primary Practice

    110 Francis St Ste 6E

    Boston, MA 02215

    (617) 632-7500

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    Dr. James Naples' Practice 2

    330 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

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    What is Dr. Naples's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Naples's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518229228.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Naples?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Naples

    What is Dr. James Naples's specialty?

    Dr. Naples is a Otolaryngologist near Boston, MA.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

    Is this Dr. James Naples affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Naples is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is James Naples accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. James Naples is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Naples offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Naples's office at (617) 632-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Naples?

    Please contact Dr. Naples's office at (617) 632-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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