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Dr. Michael Klinginsmith, MD

Kearney, NE

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Klinginsmith, Otolaryngologist in Kearney, NE?

    Dr. Michael Klinginsmith, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Kearney, NE. Dr. Klinginsmith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Klinginsmith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Klinginsmith’s office at (308) 865-2277.

    What languages does Dr. Klinginsmith speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Klinginsmith 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. Klinginsmith. 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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
    • H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Eustachian Tube Inflammation
    • Ear Disorder
    • Long-term Eustachian Tube Inflammation
    • Chronic Salpingitis of Eustachian Tube
    • Bilateral Chronic Eustachian Tube Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H68023: Chronic Eustachian salpingitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Klinginsmith 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. Klinginsmith. 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:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    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:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Adenoid Removal for Children
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Does Dr. Klinginsmith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Klinginsmith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (308) 865-2277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Klinginsmith accept in Kearney, NE?

    Dr. Klinginsmith in Kearney, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Klinginsmith's office located?

    Dr. Michael Klinginsmith's Primary Practice

    615 W 39th St

    Kearney, NE 68845

    (308) 865-2277

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

    Dr. Klinginsmith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700327954.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Klinginsmith?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Klinginsmith's specialty?

    Dr. Klinginsmith is a Otolaryngologist near Kearney, NE.

    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. Michael Klinginsmith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Klinginsmith is affiliated with Bryan Health Kearney Regional Medical Center 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 Michael Klinginsmith accepting new patients in Kearney, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Klinginsmith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Klinginsmith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Klinginsmith's office at (308) 865-2277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Klinginsmith?

    Please contact Dr. Klinginsmith's office at (308) 865-2277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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