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Who is Dr. Obokhare, Otolaryngologist in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. Joy Obokhare, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Amarillo, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Obokhare completed her residency at Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Obokhare is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obokhare’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obokhare’s office at (806) 398-3627.
Where did Dr. Obokhare go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Louisiana State University (LSU) at Shreveport
Residency: Case Western Reserve University
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
What languages does Dr. Obokhare speak?
Dr. Obokhare and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Obokhare treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Obokhare 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. Obokhare. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
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:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Ear Tube Issue
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6990: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, unspecified ear
- H6980: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Nasal Polyp
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Polyp in nose
- Nasal growth
- Sinus polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- J339: Nasal polyp, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Recurrent Acute Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Repeated tonsil infection
- Recurring tonsillitis
- Chronic tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0391: Acute recurrent tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having Ear Tubes
- Tympanostomy tubes
- Grommets
- Ventilation tubes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status
What procedures does Dr. Obokhare perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Obokhare 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. Obokhare. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Sinus Clearance Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31255: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior)
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:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Frontal Sinus Balloon Dilation
- Endoscopy
- Balloon sinuplasty
- Frontal sinus endoscopy
- Sinus opening dilation
- Endoscopic sinus surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31296: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); frontal sinus ostium
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:
- 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:
- Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
- DISE Procedure
- Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
- Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
- Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea
CPT Codes:
- 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic
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:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Obokhare accept my insurance?
Dr. Obokhare accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 398-3627 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obokhare accept in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. Obokhare in Amarillo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Community Care Plan
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Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
State of Mississippi
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Where is Dr. Obokhare's office located?
Dr. Joy Obokhare's Primary Practice
3501 S Soncy Rd Ste 104
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 398-3627
What is Dr. Obokhare's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obokhare's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841494028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obokhare?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obokhare
What is Dr. Joy Obokhare's specialty?
Dr. Obokhare is a Otolaryngologist near Amarillo, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Obokhare to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joy Obokhare affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Obokhare is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hereford Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joy Obokhare accepting new patients in Amarillo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joy Obokhare is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joy Obokhare offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obokhare's office at (806) 398-3627 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joy Obokhare?
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