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Who is Dr. Deschenes, Otolaryngologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Geoffrey Deschenes, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Deschenes graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center Program. Dr. Deschenes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deschenes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deschenes’s office at (206) 223-6374.
Where did Dr. Deschenes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Virginia Mason Medical Center Program
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Deschenes board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Geoffrey Deschenes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Deschenes speak?
Dr. Deschenes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Deschenes typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Deschenes 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. Deschenes. 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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
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:
- 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:
- 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)
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Deschenes typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Deschenes 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. Deschenes. 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:
- 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:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Endoscopy
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
CPT Codes:
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
Also known as:
- Simple Nosebleed Treatment
- Anterior Nasal Hemorrhage Control
- Nosebleed Cautery
- Nasal Packing for Nosebleed
- Stop Nosebleed Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 30901: Control nasal hemorrhage, anterior, simple (limited cautery and/or packing) any method
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:
- Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
Does Dr. Deschenes accept my insurance?
Dr. Deschenes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 223-6374 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deschenes accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Deschenes in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
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Where is Dr. Deschenes' office located?
What is Dr. Deschenes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deschenes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992999825.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deschenes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deschenes
What is Dr. Geoffrey Deschenes's specialty?
Dr. Deschenes is a Otolaryngologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Geoffrey Deschenes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deschenes is affiliated with Virginia Mason 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 Geoffrey Deschenes accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Geoffrey Deschenes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Geoffrey Deschenes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deschenes's office at (206) 223-6374 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Geoffrey Deschenes?
Please contact Dr. Deschenes's office at (206) 223-6374 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Geoffrey Deschenes have?
Dr. Geoffrey Deschenes is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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