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Who is Dr. Fordham, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Christine Fordham, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Fordham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fordham’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fordham’s office at (239) 343-6050.
What languages does Dr. Fordham speak?
Dr. Fordham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fordham treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Fordham 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. Fordham. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Language Delay from Hearing Loss
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
- Hearing Impairment Language Delay
- Deafness-Related Speech Delay
- Auditory Processing Language Issues
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
- F804: Speech and language development delay due to hearing loss
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
- Ear Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
- Long-term Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Implanted Device Management
- Implant adjustment
- Device follow-up
- Managing medical implants
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4589: Encounter for adjustment and management of other implanted devices
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Unusual Ear Sounds
- Distorted Hearing
- Auditory Hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Laryngomalacia at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Throat Disorder
- Floppy Larynx (Congenital)
- Soft Voice Box Cartilage
- Congenital Laryngomalacia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q315: Congenital laryngomalacia
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Which procedures does Dr. Fordham perform as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christine Fordham may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fordham's office.
Does Dr. Fordham accept my insurance?
Dr. Fordham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 343-6050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fordham accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Fordham in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
State of Florida
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fordham's office located?
Dr. Christine Fordham's Primary Practice
16230 Summerlin Rd Ste 215
Fort Myers, FL 33908
(239) 343-6050
Dr. Christine Fordham's Practice 2
1747 Baptist Clay Dr
Fleming Island, FL 32003
(904) 697-3088
Dr. Christine Fordham's Practice 3
14785 Old Saint Augustine Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32258
(904) 697-3600
What is Dr. Fordham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fordham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427316231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fordham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fordham
What is Dr. Christine Fordham's specialty?
Dr. Fordham is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Fort Myers, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Fordham to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christine Fordham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fordham is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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
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Is Christine Fordham accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. Christine Fordham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Fordham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fordham's office at (239) 343-6050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Fordham?
Please contact Dr. Fordham's office at (239) 343-6050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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