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Dr. John Ortega, MD

Dr. John Ortega, MD

Elmhurst, IL

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ortega, Otolaryngologist in Elmhurst, IL?

    Dr. John Ortega, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Ortega graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Otolaryngology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery. Dr. Ortega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortega’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortega’s office at (331) 221-9004.

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

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Otolaryngology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ortega board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Ortega, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Ortega speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ortega treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Ortega 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. Ortega. 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:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Trichodermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Hair follicle cyst
    • Dermal cyst
    • Skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst
    • L7212: Trichodermal cyst

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Loss in Both Ears
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Hearing Impairment
    • Deafness
    • Poor Hearing
    • Bilateral Deafness
    • Hearing Impairment Both Sides
    • Poor Hearing in Both Ears

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
    • H9193: Unspecified 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:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Postnasal Drip
    • Sinusitis
    • PND
    • Mucus in throat
    • Throat clearing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0982: Postnasal drip

    Also known as:

    • Ear Pain in Both Ears
    • Ear Disorder
    • Pain
    • Bilateral Earache
    • Otalgia Both Sides
    • Pain in Both Ears

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9203: Otalgia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Lip Disorder
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Lip Problems
    • Diseases of the Lips
    • Oral Lip Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K130: Diseases of lips

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Ear Ringing
    • Head Noise

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9319: Tinnitus, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Lipoma in Other Body Areas
    • Benign Tumor
    • Fatty tumor in various sites
    • Benign fatty growth
    • Lipoma in unusual locations
    • Fatty lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1779: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of other sites

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Ortega accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ortega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (331) 221-9004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ortega accept in Elmhurst, IL?

    Dr. Ortega in Elmhurst, IL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Custom Design Benefits

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ortega's office located?

    Dr. John Ortega's Primary Practice

    1200 S York St Ste 1132

    Elmhurst, IL 60126

    (331) 221-9004

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    Dr. John Ortega's Practice 2

    172 E Schiller St

    Elmhurst, IL 60126

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    Dr. John Ortega's Practice 3

    701 W North Ave

    Melrose Park, IL 60160

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

    Dr. Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740231810.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortega?

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

    What is Dr. John Ortega's specialty?

    Dr. Ortega is a Otolaryngologist near Elmhurst, IL. 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. Ortega to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Ortega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ortega is affiliated with Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?

    Explore Otolaryngologist 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 John Ortega accepting new patients in Elmhurst, IL?

    Yes, Dr. John Ortega is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Ortega offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (331) 221-9004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Ortega?

    Please contact Dr. Ortega's office at (331) 221-9004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Ortega have?

    Dr. John Ortega is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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