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Dr. Steven Burkhead, MD

Covington, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burkhead, Otolaryngologist in Covington, WA?

    Dr. Steven Burkhead, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Covington, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Burkhead graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium Program. Dr. Burkhead is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burkhead’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burkhead’s office at (253) 372-7115.

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

    • Residency: San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium Program

    • Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Burkhead board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Burkhead, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Burkhead speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Burkhead treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Burkhead 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. Burkhead. 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:

    • 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:

    • Chronic Tonsil and Adenoid Problems
    • Adenoids
    • Persistent tonsil issues
    • Long-term adenoid problems
    • Chronic throat issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J358: Other chronic diseases of tonsils and adenoids

    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:

    • 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:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    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:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    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:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    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:

    • Eczema-like Outer Ear Inflammation
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eczematoid Otitis Externa
    • Ear Eczema
    • Itchy Outer Ear Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H60543: Acute eczematoid otitis externa, bilateral

    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:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia

    What procedures does Dr. Burkhead perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Burkhead 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. Burkhead. 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:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    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:

    • 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:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Does Dr. Burkhead accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burkhead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 372-7115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Burkhead accept in Covington, WA?

    Dr. Burkhead in Covington, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EDS

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Burkhead's office located?

    Dr. Steven Burkhead's Primary Practice

    17700 SE 272nd St

    Covington, WA 98042

    (253) 372-7115

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    Dr. Steven Burkhead's Practice 2

    222 State Ave N

    Kent, WA 98030

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    Dr. Steven Burkhead's Practice 3

    4700 Point Fosdick Dr

    Gig Harbor, WA 98335

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

    Dr. Burkhead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134310162.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burkhead?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Burkhead's specialty?

    Dr. Burkhead is a Otolaryngologist near Covington, WA. 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. Burkhead to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Steven Burkhead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burkhead is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, Overlake Hospital Medical Center 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 Steven Burkhead accepting new patients in Covington, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Burkhead is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Burkhead offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Burkhead's office at (253) 372-7115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steven Burkhead?

    Please contact Dr. Burkhead's office at (253) 372-7115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Burkhead have?

    Dr. Steven Burkhead is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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