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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richardson, Otolaryngologist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Yvonne Richardson, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Richardson is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richardson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richardson’s office at (480) 753-1459.
Is Dr. Richardson board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Yvonne Richardson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Richardson speak?
Dr. Richardson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Richardson typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson. 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:
- Recurrent Acute Tonsillitis
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Repeated tonsil infection
- Recurring tonsillitis
- Chronic tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0391: Acute recurrent tonsillitis, unspecified
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Rhinosinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J328: Other chronic sinusitis
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Richardson typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
- Tonsil and adenoid removal
- T&A surgery
- Throat surgery for tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over
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:
- 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:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Richardson accept my insurance?
Dr. Richardson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 753-1459 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richardson accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Richardson in Scottsdale, AZ 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?
Dr. Yvonne Richardson's Primary Practice
9097 E Desert Cove Ave Ste 250
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 753-1459
What is Dr. Richardson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407040009.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richardson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richardson
What is Dr. Yvonne Richardson's specialty?
Dr. Richardson is a Otolaryngologist near Scottsdale, AZ.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Yvonne Richardson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richardson is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center, Chandler Regional Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Banner Ocotillo Medical Center, Banner Baywood 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 Yvonne Richardson accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Yvonne Richardson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yvonne Richardson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (480) 753-1459 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yvonne Richardson?
Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (480) 753-1459 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yvonne Richardson have?
Dr. Yvonne Richardson is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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