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Dr. Thomas Salzer, MD

Otolaryngologist, Specialist, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

College Station, TX

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salzer, Otolaryngologist in College Station, TX?

    Dr. Thomas Salzer, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in College Station, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Salzer completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology; Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Salzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salzer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salzer’s office at (979) 680-8808.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology; Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Salzer board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Salzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Salzer speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Salzer typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Salzer 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. Salzer. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Fluid in Middle Ear
    • Ear Infection
    • Recurrent serous otitis media
    • Chronic middle ear fluid
    • Repeated ear effusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6506: Acute serous otitis media, recurrent, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Salzer typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Salzer 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. Salzer. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Removal of Nasal Turbinate
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
    • 30130: Excision inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

    Also known as:

    • Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
    • Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
    • Sinus Tissue Biopsy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery
    • Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
    • Maxillary sinus surgery
    • Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
    • 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;

    Also known as:

    • Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Ethmoidectomy
    • Endoscopy
    • FESS (Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery)
    • Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
    • Sphenoid Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31257: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy

    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:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
    • Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Salzer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (979) 680-8808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salzer accept in College Station, TX?

    Dr. Salzer in College Station, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AmeriBen

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • Sanford Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Salzer's office located?

    Chi St Joseph Hlth Ent Assoc

    2805 Earl Rudder Fwy S

    College Station, TX 77845

    (979) 680-8808

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    Dr. Thomas Salzer's Practice 2

    110 Highway 290 W

    Brenham, TX 77833

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    Dr. Thomas Salzer's Practice 3

    625 McClintic Dr

    Groesbeck, TX 76642

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Thomas Salzer?

    Dr. Salzer has appointments available at his College Station, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Salzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558315739.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salzer?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Salzer's specialty?

    Dr. Salzer is an Otolaryngologist near College Station, TX.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Thomas Salzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salzer is affiliated with St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, Tx, The Physicians Centre Hospital, Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Tx 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 Dr. Thomas Salzer accepting new patients in College Station, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Salzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Salzer offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Salzer, or call (979) 680-8808 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Salzer?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Salzer, or call (979) 680-8808 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Salzer's office located?

    Dr. Salzer's offices are located in College Station, TX, Brenham, TX, and Groesbeck, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Salzer have?

    Dr. Thomas Salzer is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.