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Dr. Rick Fornelli, MD

Dr. Rick Fornelli, MD

Erie, PA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fornelli, Otolaryngologist in Erie, PA?

    Dr. Rick Fornelli, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Fornelli graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at West Virginia Univ Hosps, Otolaryngology; West Virginia Univ Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Fornelli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fornelli’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fornelli’s office.

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

    • Residency: West Virginia Univ Hosps, Otolaryngology; West Virginia Univ Hosps, General Surgery | West Virginia University Program

    • Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | West Virginia University School of Medicine | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fornelli board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rick Fornelli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Fornelli speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fornelli treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Fornelli 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. Fornelli. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Chronic Tonsillitis and Adenoiditis
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsillitis
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids
    • Persistent tonsil and adenoid infection
    • Long-term tonsil and adenoid inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsil and adenoid issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
    • J3503: Chronic tonsillitis and adenoiditis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    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:

    • Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Unusual Ear Sounds
    • Distorted Hearing
    • Auditory Hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    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:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Does Dr. Fornelli accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fornelli 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. Fornelli accept in Erie, PA?

    Dr. Fornelli in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Univera Healthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Fornelli's office located?

    Dr. Rick Fornelli's Primary Practice

    201 State St

    Erie, PA 16550

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    Dr. Rick Fornelli's Practice 2

    1645 W 8th St Ste 200

    Erie, PA 16505

    (814) 864-9994

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    Dr. Rick Fornelli's Practice 3

    380 E Bayfront Pkwy Ste 3

    Erie, PA 16507

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

    Dr. Fornelli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316998263.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fornelli?

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

    What is Dr. Rick Fornelli's specialty?

    Dr. Fornelli is a Otolaryngologist near Erie, PA. 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. Fornelli to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rick Fornelli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Fornelli is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Hamot. 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 Otolaryngologist?

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    Is Rick Fornelli accepting new patients in Erie, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Rick Fornelli is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rick Fornelli offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Rick Fornelli?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rick Fornelli have?

    Dr. Rick Fornelli is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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