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Dr. Ross Johnston, MD

Hyannis, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Johnston, Otolaryngologist in Hyannis, MA?

    Dr. Ross Johnston, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Hyannis, MA. Dr. Johnston graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Otolaryngology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, General Surgery. Dr. Johnston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnston’s office at (508) 790-0611.

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

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Otolaryngology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Johnston speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Johnston typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Johnston 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. Johnston. 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:

    • 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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Recurrent Acute Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Repeated tonsil infection
    • Recurring tonsillitis
    • Chronic tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0391: Acute recurrent tonsillitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Johnston typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Johnston 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. Johnston. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Myringotomy with Tubes
    • Tympanostomy with Ventilating Tube
    • Ear Drum Incision with Tube Placement
    • Grommet Insertion (Local Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69433: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), local or topical anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Test
    • Tympanometry
    • Hearing Tests for Adults
    • Hearing Tests for Children
    • Full Audiometry Test
    • Speech Recognition Test
    • Hearing Threshold Evaluation
    • Impedance Audiometry
    • Middle Ear Test
    • Ear Pressure Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 92557: Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition (92553 and 92556 combined)
    • 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)

    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

    Does Dr. Johnston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Johnston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 790-0611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnston accept in Hyannis, MA?

    Dr. Johnston in Hyannis, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?

    Dr. Ross Johnston's Primary Practice

    65 Cedar St

    Hyannis, MA 02601

    (508) 790-0611

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

    Dr. Johnston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346299633.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Johnston?

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

    What is Dr. Ross Johnston's specialty?

    Dr. Johnston is a Otolaryngologist near Hyannis, MA.

    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. Ross Johnston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Johnston is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Elliot Hospital, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Concord Hospital, Concord Hospital – Laconia, Cheshire 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 Ross Johnston accepting new patients in Hyannis, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Ross Johnston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ross Johnston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (508) 790-0611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ross Johnston?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (508) 790-0611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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