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Dr. Karl Doerfer, MD
Milwaukee, WI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Doerfer, Otologist & Neurotologist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Karl Doerfer, MD is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Doerfer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Doerfer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Doerfer’s office at (248) 865-4444.
What languages does Dr. Doerfer speak?
Dr. Doerfer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Doerfer treat?
As a Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Doerfer 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. Doerfer. 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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Conductive Hearing Loss
- Mixed Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Sound Conduction Hearing Loss
- Middle Ear Hearing Loss
- Outer Ear Hearing Loss
- Combined Hearing Loss
- Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
- Mixed Type Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H9012: Conductive hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side
- H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Loss of Voice
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
- Aphonia
- Inability to speak
- Vocal loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
- R491: Aphonia
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
Also known as:
- Hearing Aid Fitting and Adjustment
- Hearing Aids
- Hearing Device Fitting
- Hearing Aid Programming
- Audiology Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z461: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of hearing aid
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- BPPV
- Positional Vertigo
- Crystal Vertigo
- Inner Ear Dizziness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8111: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, right ear
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- BPPV
- Positional vertigo
- Inner ear dizziness
- Crystal ear problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8112: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, left ear
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Perforated Eardrum in Left Ear
- Ear Disorder
- Ruptured Eardrum Left Ear
- Hole in Left Eardrum
- Tympanic Membrane Perforation Left Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7292: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, left ear
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Cyst in Left Ear
- Ear Infection
- Cholesteatoma Left Ear
- Left Ear Growth
- Skin Cell Growth in Left Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7192: Unspecified cholesteatoma, left ear
Also known as:
- Cholesteatoma
- Ear Infection
- Skin cyst in ear
- Pearl tumor
- Benign ear growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7191: Unspecified cholesteatoma, right ear
Which procedures does Dr. Doerfer perform as a Otologist & Neurotologist?
As a Otologist & Neurotologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Karl Doerfer may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Doerfer's office.
Does Dr. Doerfer accept my insurance?
Dr. Doerfer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 865-4444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Doerfer accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Doerfer in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Dean Health Plan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Network Health
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Doerfer's office located?
Dr. Karl Doerfer's Primary Practice
8701 Watertown Plank Rd Rm 4041
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(248) 865-4444
Dr. Karl Doerfer's Practice 2
9200 W Wisconsin Ave Fl 3
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 805-5580
What is Dr. Doerfer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Doerfer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104245018.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Doerfer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Doerfer
What is Dr. Karl Doerfer's specialty?
Dr. Doerfer is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Milwaukee, WI. An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions. Contact Dr. Doerfer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karl Doerfer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Doerfer is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls 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 Karl Doerfer accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Karl Doerfer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karl Doerfer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Doerfer's office at (248) 865-4444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karl Doerfer?
Please contact Dr. Doerfer's office at (248) 865-4444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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