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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purnell, Otolaryngologist in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Phillip Purnell, MD, PHD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Purnell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purnell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purnell’s office at (304) 598-4825.
What languages does Dr. Purnell speak?
Dr. Purnell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Purnell typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Purnell 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. Purnell. 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:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Vocal Cord Polyp
- Voice Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
- Voice problems
- Vocal fold issues
- Throat conditions
- Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
- Paralyzed vocal cord
- Single vocal cord paralysis
- Laryngeal polyp
- Vocal fold polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
- J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
- J381: Polyp of vocal cord and larynx
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Benign Larynx Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Throat Disorder
- Non-cancerous voice box growth
- Laryngeal benign neoplasm
- Voice box lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D141: Benign neoplasm of larynx
Also known as:
- Larynx Disorder
- Larynx Narrowing
- Throat Disorder
- Voice box problems
- Laryngeal conditions
- Throat issues
- Laryngeal stenosis
- Narrowed voice box
- Airway narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- J387: Other diseases of larynx
- J386: Stenosis of larynx
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Purnell typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Purnell 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. Purnell. 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:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
- Direct laryngoscopy with injection
- Vocal cord augmentation
- Voice box injection
CPT Codes:
- 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Lesion Removal and Reconstruction
- Laryngoscopy with Vocal Cord Surgery
- Vocal Cord Polyp Removal
- Voice Box Lesion Repair
CPT Codes:
- 31545: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with operating microscope or telescope, with submucosal removal of non-neoplastic lesion(s) of vocal cord; reconstruction with local tissue flap(s)
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:
- Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
- Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
- Vocal Cord Exam
- Throat Scope with Strobe Light
- Voice Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy
Also known as:
- Voice Box Examination and Widening
- Direct laryngoscopy with dilation
- Larynx scope with widening
- Tracheoscopy with dilation
CPT Codes:
- 31528: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; with dilation, initial
Also known as:
- Larynx Biopsy with Microscope
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
- Voice box biopsy
- Throat biopsy with scope
- Micro-laryngoscopy biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31536: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy; with operating microscope or telescope
Does Dr. Purnell accept my insurance?
Dr. Purnell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 598-4825 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purnell accept in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Purnell in New Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Purnell's office located?
Dr. Phillip Purnell's Primary Practice
1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
(304) 598-4825
Dr. Phillip Purnell's Practice 3
Rutgers Health-Rwj Neurosurgery Faculty Suite 2200
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
What is Dr. Purnell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purnell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497119788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purnell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purnell
What is Dr. Phillip Purnell's specialty?
Dr. Purnell is a Otolaryngologist near New Brunswick, NJ.
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. Phillip Purnell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purnell is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 Phillip Purnell accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Purnell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Purnell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purnell's office at (304) 598-4825 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Purnell?
Please contact Dr. Purnell's office at (304) 598-4825 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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