Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Angster, Otolaryngologist in Sterling Heights, MI?
Dr. Kristen Angster, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Sterling Heights, MI. Dr. Angster completed her residency at University of Maryland. Dr. Angster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Angster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Angster’s office.
Where did Dr. Angster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Michigan
Residency: University of Maryland
Medical School: University of Maryland (Medical Education)
What languages does Dr. Angster speak?
Dr. Angster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Angster typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Angster 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. Angster. 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.
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Other Types of Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Uncommon Hearing Impairment
- Specified Hearing Deficit
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H918X9: Other specified hearing loss, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Having a Cochlear Implant
- Cochlear Implants
- Bionic ear
- Cochlear device
- Auditory implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9621: Cochlear implant status
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Angster typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Angster 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. Angster. 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.
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:
- Mastoid Cavity Cleaning
- Mastoidectomy Debridement
- Ear Canal Cleaning (Post-Surgery)
- Mastoid Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69220: Debridement, mastoidectomy cavity, simple (eg, routine cleaning)
Also known as:
- Cochlear Implant Surgery
- Cochlear Implants
- Cochlear Device Implantation
- Hearing Implant Procedure
- Inner Ear Implant
CPT Codes:
- 69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy
Also known as:
- Inner Ear Drug Infusion
- Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion
- Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment
- Meniere's Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Test
- Tympanometry
- Hearing Tests for Adults
- Hearing Tests for Children
- Full Audiometry Test
- Speech Recognition Test
- Hearing Threshold Evaluation
- Impedance Audiometry
- Middle Ear Test
- Ear Pressure Test
CPT Codes:
- 92557: Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition (92553 and 92556 combined)
- 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)
Does Dr. Angster accept my insurance?
Dr. Angster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Angster accept in Sterling Heights, MI?
Dr. Angster in Sterling Heights, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Angster's office located?
What is Dr. Angster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Angster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003115759.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Angster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Angster
What is Dr. Kristen Angster's specialty?
Dr. Angster is a Otolaryngologist near Sterling Heights, MI.
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. Kristen Angster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Angster is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Kristen Angster accepting new patients in Sterling Heights, MI?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Angster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Angster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Angster's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Angster?
Please contact Dr. Angster's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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14500 Hall Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48313