Dr. Derek Handzo, DO
Saint Clair Shores, MI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Handzo, Otologist & Neurotologist in Saint Clair Shores, MI?
Dr. Derek Handzo, DO is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Saint Clair Shores, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Handzo graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Handzo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Handzo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Handzo’s office at (734) 615-7246.
Where did Dr. Handzo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Handzo speak?
Dr. Handzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Handzo treat?
As a Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Handzo 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. Handzo. 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
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
Also known as:
- Chronic Outer Ear Infection
- Outer Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
- Chronic External Otitis', 'Long-term Outer Ear Infection', 'Persistent Swimmer's Ear
- Infectious Otitis Externa
- Ear Canal Infection
- External Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
- Long-term Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6063: Unspecified chronic otitis externa, bilateral
- H60393: Other infective otitis externa, bilateral
- H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
- H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Nerve Hearing Loss in Right Ear
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Perceptive Hearing Loss
- Right Ear Sensorineural Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss Right Side
- Nerve Deafness Right Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H90A22: Sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
- H90A21: Sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, right ear, with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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
- Ethmoid sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis
Also known as:
- Foreign Body in Right Ear
- Foreign Body in Left Ear
- Foreign Bodies
- Something in right ear
- Right ear foreign object
- Ear foreign body
- Something in left ear
- Left ear foreign object
ICD-10 Codes:
- T161XXA: Foreign body in right ear, initial encounter
- T162XXA: Foreign body in left ear, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
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:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Which procedures does Dr. Handzo perform as a Otologist & Neurotologist?
As a Otologist & Neurotologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Derek Handzo 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. Handzo's office.
Does Dr. Handzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Handzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 615-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Handzo accept in Saint Clair Shores, MI?
Dr. Handzo in Saint Clair Shores, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Handzo's office located?
Dr. Derek Handzo's Primary Practice
21000 E 12 Mile Rd Ste 111
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(734) 615-7246
Dr. Derek Handzo's Practice 3
1202 Walton Blvd Ste 201
Rochester, MI 48307
(248) 652-0044
What is Dr. Handzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Handzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114122165.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Handzo
What is Dr. Derek Handzo's specialty?
Dr. Handzo is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Saint Clair Shores, MI. An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions. Contact Dr. Handzo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derek Handzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Handzo is affiliated with Ascension St. John Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb 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 Derek Handzo accepting new patients in Saint Clair Shores, MI?
Yes, Dr. Derek Handzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Handzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Handzo's office at (734) 615-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Handzo?
Please contact Dr. Handzo's office at (734) 615-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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