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Who is Dr. Schalch, Otolaryngologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Paul Schalch, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Schalch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schalch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schalch’s office at (619) 464-3353.
Is Dr. Schalch board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Schalch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Schalch speak?
Dr. Schalch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Schalch treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Schalch 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. Schalch. 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:
- 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:
- 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)
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:
- 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
- Chronic Frontal Sinusitis
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Rhinosinusitis
- Chronic forehead sinus infection
- Persistent frontal sinus inflammation
- Frontal rhinosinusitis
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J328: Other chronic sinusitis
- J321: Chronic frontal sinusitis
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
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:
- Acquired Nose Deformity
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nose shape change
- Deformed nose
- Nasal deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M950: Acquired deformity of nose
Also known as:
- Other Jaw Joint Disorder (TMJ)
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- Specific TMJ problems
- Uncommon jaw joint issues
- Other specified disorders of temporomandibular joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2669: Other specified disorders of temporomandibular joint
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1319: Other dysphagia
What procedures does Dr. Schalch perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Schalch 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. Schalch. 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:
- Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Nasal Valve Collapse Repair (Radiofrequency)
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
- Nasal Turbinate Ablation
- Inferior Turbinate Reduction
- Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
- Radiofrequency Nasal Valve Remodeling
- Nasal Airway Obstruction Repair
- Nose Valve Collapse Treatment
- Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
- Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
- Spreader Grafting (Nose)
- Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)
- 30469: Repair of nasal valve collapse with low energy, temperature-controlled (ie, radiofrequency) subcutaneous/submucosal remodeling
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
- 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
Also known as:
- Removal of Growth Inside the Nose
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Nasal Valve Collapse Repair with Implant
- Intranasal lesion excision
- Nasal growth removal
- Laser treatment for nasal lesion
- Nose polyp removal
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
- Nasal Airway Repair
- Nasal Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Nasal Implant for Collapse
- Submucosal Nasal Implant
CPT Codes:
- 30117: Excision or destruction (eg, laser), intranasal lesion; internal approach
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
- 30468: Repair of nasal valve collapse with subcutaneous/submucosal lateral wall implant(s)
Also known as:
- Maxillary Sinus Dilation
- Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Balloon Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Transnasal Sinus Dilation
- Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Anterior Ethmoidectomy
- Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31295: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); maxillary sinus ostium, transnasal or via canine fossa
- 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
Also known as:
- Frontal and Sphenoid Sinus Dilation
- Endoscopy
- Balloon Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Ostia Enlargement
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31298: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); frontal and sphenoid sinus ostia
Also known as:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Nasal Endoscopy with Concha Bullosa Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Concha Bullosa Resection
- Turbinate Reduction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
- 31240: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with concha bullosa resection
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:
- Maxillary Sinus Wash
- Antrum Lavage
- Maxillary Sinus Irrigation
- Sinus Puncture and Wash
- Nasal Sinus Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 31000: Lavage by cannulation; maxillary sinus (antrum puncture or natural ostium)
Also known as:
- Direct Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Throat Scope
- Larynx Examination
CPT Codes:
- 31525: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, except newborn
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
- DISE Procedure
- Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
- Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
- Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea
CPT Codes:
- 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic
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:
- Tonsil Tag Removal
- Soft Palate and Throat Reconstruction
- Tonsil Remnant Excision
- Remove Tonsil Tags
- Throat Tag Removal
- Tonsillar Tissue Excision
- Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
- Throat Widening Surgery
- Snoring Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42860: Excision of tonsil tags
- 42145: Palatopharyngoplasty (eg, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, uvulopharyngoplasty)
Also known as:
- Throat Lesion Removal
- Pharyngeal Lesion Excision
- Throat Growth Removal
- Pharynx Lesion Destruction
CPT Codes:
- 42808: Excision or destruction of lesion of pharynx, any method
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)
Also known as:
- Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Inspire Device Implantation
- Sleep Apnea Neurostimulator
- Tongue Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64582: Open implantation of hypoglossal nerve neurostimulator array, pulse generator, and distal respiratory sensor electrode or electrode array
Also known as:
- Cranial Nerve Repair
- Cranial Nerve Neuroplasty
- Cranial Nerve Transposition
- Nerve Surgery in Head
CPT Codes:
- 64716: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; cranial nerve (specify)
Also known as:
- Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block
- Mid-Back Nerve Block
- Thoracic Spinal Nerve Injection
- Paravertebral Pain Block
CPT Codes:
- 64461: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; single injection site (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Facial Bone Removal (Infection)
- Facial Bone Excision
- Osteomyelitis Facial Bone Surgery
- Bone Abscess Removal Face
- Craniofacial Bone Resection
CPT Codes:
- 21026: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); facial bone(s)
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Dilation
- Nasal Endoscopy with Eustachian Dilation
- Ear Tube Widening
CPT Codes:
- 69706: Nasopharyngoscopy, surgical, with dilation of eustachian tube (ie, balloon dilation); bilateral
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Schalch accept my insurance?
Dr. Schalch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 464-3353 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schalch accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Schalch in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Hackensack Meridian Health
OptumRx
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Where is Dr. Schalch's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Paul Schalch?
Dr. Schalch has appointments available at his San Diego, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Schalch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schalch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558550053.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schalch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schalch
What is Dr. Paul Schalch's specialty?
Dr. Schalch is a Otolaryngologist near San Diego, 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. Schalch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Schalch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schalch is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Scripps Green Hospital 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 Paul Schalch accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Schalch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Schalch offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Schalch, or call (619) 464-3353 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Schalch?
Please contact Dr. Schalch's office at (619) 464-3353 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Schalch have?
Dr. Paul Schalch is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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