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Dr. Allen Ho, MD

Dr. Allen Ho, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ho, Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Allen Ho, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ho completed his residency at Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Ho is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ho’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ho’s office at (310) 423-1220.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ho?

    Dr. Allen Ho, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist 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. Ho empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer, Head & Neck Surgery, Laryngeal Cancer, Melanoma-Head & Neck, Nasal & Sinus Cancer & Surgery, Oral Cancer, Skin Cancer-Head & Neck, Throat Cancer, Thyroid & Parathyroid Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Ho is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | National Institutes of Health

    • Residency: Stanford University School of Medicine

    • Medical School: UCLA School of Medicine | Harvard University

    What languages does Dr. Ho speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ho treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Ho 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. Ho. 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:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Tongue Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
    • Lingual Cancer
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Cheek Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Cheek
    • Mouth Malignancy
    • Oral Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
    • Z85810: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of tongue
    • C060: Malignant neoplasm of cheek mucosa
    • C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hyperparathyroidism
    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
    • Pharyngeal Cancer
    • Tonsil Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
    • C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
    • Cancer
    • Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
    • Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
    • Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    Also known as:

    • Oral and Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Throat Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Pharyngeal Cancer
    • Lip Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85819: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of lip, oral cavity, and pharynx

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Other Salivary Gland Problems
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Salivary Gland Issues
    • Saliva Gland Ailments
    • Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K118: Other diseases of salivary glands

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pharynx Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Throat conditions
    • Pharyngeal diseases
    • Problems with the pharynx

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J392: Other diseases of pharynx

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Does Dr. Ho accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-1220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ho accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ho in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ho's office located?

    Dr. Allen Ho's Primary Practice

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 465W

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

    (310) 423-1220

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    Dr. Allen Ho's Practice 2

    4650 Lincoln Blvd

    Marina del Rey, CA 90292

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    Dr. Allen Ho's Practice 3

    8723 Alden Dr Ste 260

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

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

    Dr. Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386829604.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ho?

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

    What is Dr. Allen Ho's specialty?

    Dr. Ho is a Otolaryngologist near Los Angeles, 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. Ho to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Allen Ho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ho is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai 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 Allen Ho accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Allen Ho is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Allen Ho offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (310) 423-1220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Allen Ho?

    Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (310) 423-1220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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