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Dr. Sofia Avitia, MD

Mission Hills, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Avitia, Otolaryngologist in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. Sofia Avitia, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Mission Hills, CA. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Avitia completed her residency at Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science. Dr. Avitia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avitia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avitia’s office at (818) 837-5775.

    Where did Dr. Avitia go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science | Cedar Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

    Is Dr. Avitia board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sofia Avitia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Avitia speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Avitia treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Avitia 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. Avitia. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    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:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Hay Fever
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44310: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of unspecified parts of face

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    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:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    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:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Head Lump or Swelling
    • Head Mass
    • Bump on Head
    • Head Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

    Does Dr. Avitia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Avitia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 837-5775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Avitia accept in Mission Hills, CA?

    Dr. Avitia in Mission Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Adventist Health System

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • City of Providence (RI)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Avitia's office located?

    Dr. Sofia Avitia's Primary Practice

    11333 Sepulveda Blvd

    Mission Hills, CA 91345

    (818) 837-5775

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

    Dr. Avitia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811194020.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avitia?

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

    What is Dr. Sofia Avitia's specialty?

    Dr. Avitia is a Otolaryngologist near Mission Hills, CA. 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. Avitia to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sofia Avitia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Avitia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Holy Cross 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 Sofia Avitia accepting new patients in Mission Hills, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sofia Avitia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sofia Avitia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Avitia's office at (818) 837-5775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sofia Avitia?

    Please contact Dr. Avitia's office at (818) 837-5775 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sofia Avitia have?

    Dr. Sofia Avitia is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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