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Who is Dr. Megwalu, Otolaryngologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Megwalu is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Megwalu’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. Megwalu’s office at (650) 723-4000.
Is Dr. Megwalu board certified in Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Megwalu speak?
Dr. Megwalu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Igbo
What conditions does Dr. Megwalu treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Megwalu 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. Megwalu. 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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Age-Related Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Age-related hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Presbycusis
- Senior Hearing Loss
- Hearing Loss in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H9113: Presbycusis, bilateral
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:
- Other Salivary Gland Problems
- Salivary Gland Stones
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
- Salivary Gland Issues
- Saliva Gland Ailments
- Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease
- Salivary stones
- Sialoliths
- Blocked salivary duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K118: Other diseases of salivary glands
- K115: Sialolithiasis
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
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:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Other Tongue Disorder
- Tongue Disorder
- Tongue Problems
- Tongue Ailments
- Unspecified Tongue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K148: Other diseases of tongue
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Megwalu perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu 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. Megwalu's office.
Does Dr. Megwalu accept my insurance?
Dr. Megwalu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Megwalu accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Megwalu in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Megwalu's office located?
Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu's Primary Practice
300 Pasteur Dr
Stanford, CA 94305
(650) 723-4000
What is Dr. Megwalu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Megwalu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730370941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Megwalu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Megwalu
What is Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu's specialty?
Dr. Megwalu is a Otolaryngologist near Stanford, 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. Megwalu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Megwalu is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?
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Is Uchechukwu Megwalu accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Megwalu's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uchechukwu Megwalu?
Please contact Dr. Megwalu's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu have?
Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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