Dr. Phillip Ashley Wackym, MD
New Brunswick, NJ
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wackym, Otologist & Neurotologist in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Phillip Ashley Wackym, MD is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wackym is fluent in English, Czech, German, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wackym’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wackym’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wackym?
Dr. Phillip Ashley Wackym, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otologist & Neurotologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wackym empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acoustic Neuroma/Schwannoma, Cochlear Implants, Otology & Neuro-Otology, Schwannomas, Skull Base Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Brunswick, NJ community, Dr. Wackym is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Wackym speak?
Dr. Wackym and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Czech
English
German
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Wackym typically treat?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Wackym 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. Wackym. 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 here.
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:
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
What procedures does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Wackym typically perform?
As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Wackym 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. Wackym. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Repair of Inner Ear Leak (Round Window Fistula)
- Eardrum Repair with Mastoid Surgery
- Oval Window Fistula Repair
- Round window fistula repair
- Inner ear fluid leak repair
- Perilymph fistula repair
- Tympanoplasty with Mastoidectomy
- Middle Ear and Mastoid Surgery
- Eardrum Reconstruction with Mastoidectomy
- Inner Ear Fistula Repair
- Oval Window Leak Repair
- Perilymph Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 69667: Repair round window fistula
- 69643: Tympanoplasty with mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, middle ear surgery, tympanic membrane repair); with intact or reconstructed wall, without ossicular chain reconstruction
- 69666: Repair oval window fistula
Also known as:
- Cochlear Implant Surgery
- Cochlear Implants
- Cochlear Device Implantation
- Hearing Implant Procedure
- Inner Ear Implant
CPT Codes:
- 69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy
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:
- Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
- Autogenous ear cartilage graft
- Nose cartilage reconstruction
- Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
- Cartilage transplant for nose/ear
CPT Codes:
- 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
- Complex Skull Base Surgery
- Infratemporal Approach Surgery
- Middle Cranial Fossa Surgery
- Parapharyngeal Space Surgery
- Skull Base Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 61590: Infratemporal pre-auricular approach to middle cranial fossa (parapharyngeal space, infratemporal and midline skull base, nasopharynx), with or without disarticulation of the mandible, including parotidectomy, craniotomy, decompression and/or mobilization of the facial nerve and/or petrous carotid artery
Also known as:
- Repair of Brain Hernia Through Skull
- Encephalocele repair
- Skull vault encephalocele surgery
- Cranioplasty for encephalocele
CPT Codes:
- 62120: Repair of encephalocele, skull vault, including cranioplasty
Does Dr. Wackym accept my insurance?
Dr. Wackym 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. Wackym accept in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Wackym in New Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wackym's office located?
Dr. Phillip Ashley Wackym's Primary Practice
1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Department Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surge
125 Paterson St
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
What is Dr. Wackym's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wackym's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720030315.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wackym?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wackym
What is Dr. Phillip Ashley Wackym's specialty?
Dr. Wackym is a Otologist & Neurotologist near New Brunswick, NJ.
What does an Otologist & Neurotologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Phillip Ashley Wackym affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wackym is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick 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
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Is Phillip Ashley Wackym accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Ashley Wackym is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Ashley Wackym offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wackym's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Ashley Wackym?
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