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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birkeland, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Andrew Birkeland, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Birkeland is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birkeland’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birkeland’s office at (650) 498-6000.
What languages does Dr. Birkeland speak?
Dr. Birkeland and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Birkeland typically treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Birkeland 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. Birkeland. 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:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Mouth Malignancy
- Oral Carcinoma
- Tongue Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
- C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
- Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Birkeland typically perform?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Birkeland 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. Birkeland. 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:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Laryngoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Voice Box Scope with Biopsy
- Throat Biopsy via Laryngoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31535: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy;
Also known as:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Modified Radical Neck Dissection
- Cervical Lymph Node Removal
- Neck Lymphadenectomy
- Neck Dissection Surgery
- Lymph Node Biopsy Neck
CPT Codes:
- 38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Excision
- Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Deep Cervical Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
- Facial skin graft
- Hand skin graft
- Neck skin graft
- Genital skin graft
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 15240: Full Thickness Graft, Free, Including Direct Closure Of Donor Site, Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Axillae, Genitalia, Hands, And/Or Feet; 20 Sq Cm Or Less
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
Does Dr. Birkeland accept my insurance?
Dr. Birkeland accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birkeland accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Birkeland in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Birkeland's office located?
Dr. Andrew Birkeland's Primary Practice
2521 Stockton Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95817
(650) 498-6000
What is Dr. Birkeland's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birkeland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700149317.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birkeland?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birkeland
What is Dr. Andrew Birkeland's specialty?
Dr. Birkeland is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist do?
A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing.
Is this Dr. Andrew Birkeland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birkeland is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center, Marshall Hospital, Renown Regional Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Woodland Memorial Hospital 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 Andrew Birkeland accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Birkeland is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Birkeland offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birkeland's office at (650) 498-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Birkeland?
Please contact Dr. Birkeland's office at (650) 498-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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