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Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky, MD

Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky, MD

Waterloo, IA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Pruzinsky, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Waterloo, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Pruzinsky completed her residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Otolaryngology. Dr. Pruzinsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pruzinsky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pruzinsky’s office.

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

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Otolaryngology

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. Pruzinsky board certified in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Pruzinsky speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pruzinsky treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Pruzinsky 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. Pruzinsky. 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 Pansinusitis
    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic widespread sinus infection
    • All sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis
    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Combined Hearing Loss
    • Conductive-Sensorineural Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H90A32: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear with restricted hearing on the contralateral side

    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:

    • Having Ear Tubes
    • Tympanostomy tubes
    • Grommets
    • Ventilation tubes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status

    Also known as:

    • Other Eustachian Tube Problems
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Disorders
    • Ear Tube Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Pruzinsky perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Pruzinsky 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. Pruzinsky. 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:

    • 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:

    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Continuous Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
    • Oximetry Test
    • Blood Oxygen Level Check

    CPT Codes:

    • 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)

    Also known as:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    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

    Does Dr. Pruzinsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pruzinsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pruzinsky accept in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Pruzinsky in Waterloo, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Pruzinsky's office located?

    Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky's Primary Practice

    2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 411

    Waterloo, IA 50702

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    Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky's Practice 2

    751 Main St

    Arlington, IA 50606

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    Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky's Practice 3

    3421 W 9th St

    Waterloo, IA 50702

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

    Dr. Pruzinsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326097296.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pruzinsky?

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

    What is Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky's specialty?

    Dr. Pruzinsky is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Waterloo, IA. A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients. Contact Dr. Pruzinsky to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pruzinsky is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center, Mercyone Cedar Falls Medical Center, Grundy County Memorial Hospital, Mercyone Oelwein Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Explore Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Mary Susan Pruzinsky accepting new patients in Waterloo, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pruzinsky's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mary Susan Pruzinsky?

    Please contact Dr. Pruzinsky's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky have?

    Dr. Mary Susan Pruzinsky is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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