Who is Dr. Bhandarkar, Otolaryngic Allergist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar, MD is an Otolaryngic Allergist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhandarkar graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals.
Dr. Bhandarkar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhandarkar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhandarkar’s office at (714) 456-2986.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bhandarkar?
Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngic Allergist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bhandarkar empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Nasal & Sinus Disorders, Nasal Allergy, Pituitary Tumors, Rhinitis, Skull Base Surgery, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Orange/CA community, Dr. Bhandarkar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bhandarkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Karnatak University, Karnatak Medical College, Hubli, India | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Bhandarkar board certified as an Otolaryngic Allergist?
Yes, Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Bhandarkar speak?
Dr. Bhandarkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bhandarkar treat?
As an Otolaryngic Allergist, Dr. Bhandarkar 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. Bhandarkar. 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:
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Pansinusitis
Chronic Sphenoid Sinusitis
Sinusitis
Chronic sinus infection
Persistent sinus inflammation
Rhinosinusitis
Chronic widespread sinus infection
All sinus inflammation
Long-term sinus problems
Chronic sphenoid sinus infection
Persistent sphenoid sinus inflammation
Sphenoid rhinosinusitis
Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
J328: Other chronic sinusitis
J324: Chronic pansinusitis
J323: Chronic sphenoidal sinusitis
J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
Sinus Polyp
Nose Injuries and Disorder
Nasal polyp
Sinus growth
Polyp in nose
ICD-10 Codes:
J338: Other polyp of sinus
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:
Chronic Rhinitis
Non-Allergic Rhinitis
Nose Injuries and Disorder
Allergy
Chronic runny nose
Persistent nasal inflammation
Long-term stuffy nose
Vasomotor rhinitis
Non-allergic nasal inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
J310: Chronic rhinitis
J300: Vasomotor rhinitis
Also known as:
Nosebleed
Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
Nose Injuries and Disorder
Epistaxis
Bleeding nose
Nasal hemorrhage
Turbinate hypertrophy
Swollen turbinates
Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
R040: Epistaxis
J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
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:
Other Acute Sinus Infection
Sinusitis
Other acute sinusitis
Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
Different types of acute sinus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
J0180: Other acute sinusitis
Also known as:
Benign Tumor of the Ear, Nose, and Sinuses
Benign Tumor
Ear Disorder
Non-cancerous growth in ear
Benign nasal tumor
Non-malignant sinus growth
Benign ear mass
ICD-10 Codes:
D140: Benign neoplasm of middle ear, nasal cavity and accessory sinuses
Also known as:
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergy
Nasal allergy
Chronic allergy symptoms
Allergic reactions
ICD-10 Codes:
J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergy
Nasal allergies
Allergy rhinitis
Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
Polypoid Sinus Degeneration
Nose Injuries and Disorder
Sinus polyps
Degenerative sinus polyps
Polypoid rhinosinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
J331: Polypoid sinus degeneration
Also known as:
Headache
Head pain
Cephalalgia
Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
Benign Skull or Face Bone Tumor
Benign Tumor
Bone Disease
Non-cancerous head bone growth
Benign facial bone neoplasm
Skull lump
ICD-10 Codes:
D164: Benign neoplasm of bones of skull and face
Also known as:
Unexplained Taste and Smell Problems
Taste and Smell Disorder
Smell and taste issues
Sensory perception problems
Taste and smell dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
R439: Unspecified disturbances of smell and taste
What procedures does Dr. Bhandarkar perform?
As an Otolaryngic Allergist, Dr. Bhandarkar 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. Bhandarkar. 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:
Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery with Ethmoidectomy and Sphenoidotomy
Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
Endoscopy
Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
Sinus Tissue Biopsy
Maxillary Sinus Surgery
Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
Sinus Exploration
Total Ethmoidectomy
Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Anterior Ethmoidectomy
Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
31259: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy, with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
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:
Diagnostic Sphenoid Sinus Endoscopy
Endoscopy
Sphenoid Sinus Exam
Nasal Endoscopy with Sphenoid View
Sinus Scope for Sphenoid
CPT Codes:
31235: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, diagnostic; with sphenoid sinusoscopy (via puncture of sphenoidal face or cannulation of ostium)
Also known as:
Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
Endoscopy
Sinus Endoscopy
Nasal Polyp Removal
Sinus Biopsy
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
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)
Also known as:
Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
Local Flap Surgery
Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Bhandarkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhandarkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-2986 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhandarkar accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Bhandarkar in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar an Excellent
overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Bhandarkar has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Bhandarkar, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
What is Dr. Bhandarkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhandarkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205010360.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhandarkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhandarkar
What is Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar's specialty?
Dr. Bhandarkar is a Otolaryngic Allergist near Orange, CA.
An otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of otolaryngic allergies focuses on managing allergic conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and related respiratory structures. This specialist provides medical therapy and preventive care for allergic diseases such as hay fever, sinusitis, and allergic rhinitis. Contact Dr. Bhandarkar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhandarkar is affiliated with UCI 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.
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Is Naveen Bhandarkar accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhandarkar's office at (714) 456-2986 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Naveen Bhandarkar?
Please contact Dr. Bhandarkar's office at (714) 456-2986 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar have?
Dr. Naveen Bhandarkar is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.