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Dr. Sarah Connell, MD

Otologist & Neurotologist, Otolaryngologist

Walnut Creek, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Connell, Otologist & Neurotologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Sarah Connell, MD is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. She has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Connell graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Connell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Connell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Connell’s office at (818) 719-2000.

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

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Connell speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Connell typically treat?

    As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Connell 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. Connell. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Hearing Loss in Both Ears
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Bilateral Deafness
    • Hearing Impairment Both Sides
    • Poor Hearing in Both Ears

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9193: Unspecified hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Other Eustachian Tube Problems
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Disorders
    • Ear Tube Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Connell typically perform?

    As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Connell 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. Connell. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Myringotomy with Tubes
    • Tympanostomy with Ventilating Tube
    • Ear Drum Incision with Tube Placement
    • Grommet Insertion (Local Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69433: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), local or topical anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Cochlear Implant Surgery
    • Cochlear Implants
    • Cochlear Device Implantation
    • Hearing Implant Procedure
    • Inner Ear Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy

    Also known as:

    • Inner Ear Drug Infusion
    • Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion
    • Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment
    • Meniere's Disease Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal

    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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Does Dr. Connell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Connell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 719-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Connell accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Connell in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • DaVita Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Quest

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    Where is Dr. Connell's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Connell's Primary Practice

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    (818) 719-2000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Connell affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Connell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Woodland Hills Medical Center,Woodland Hills, CA
    Downey Medical Center,Downey, CA

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

    Dr. Connell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184816977.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Connell?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Connell's specialty?

    Dr. Connell is an Otologist & Neurotologist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does an Otologist & Neurotologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Sarah Connell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Connell is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Sarah Connell accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Connell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Connell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Connell's office at (818) 719-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Connell?

    Please contact Dr. Connell's office at (818) 719-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Connell's office located?

    Dr. Connell's office is located in Walnut Creek, CA.