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Dr. James Yeh, MD

West Covina, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yeh, Otolaryngologist in West Covina, CA?

    Dr. James Yeh, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in West Covina, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Yeh is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yeh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yeh’s office at (626) 960-7800.

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

    • Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Yeh board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Yeh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Yeh speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Yeh 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. Yeh. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    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

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Yeh 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. Yeh. 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:

    • Complex Cleaning of Mastoid Cavity
    • Mastoid Debridement
    • Ear Canal Cleaning (Post-Surgery)
    • Mastoidectomy Site Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 69222: Debridement, mastoidectomy cavity, complex (eg, with anesthesia or more than routine cleaning)

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    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 Tube Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Myringotomy with Tubes
    • Tympanostomy with Ventilating Tube
    • Ear Drum Incision with Tube Placement
    • Grommet Insertion (Local Anesthesia)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69433: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), local or topical anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Nose Scope
    • Rhinoscope
    • Nasal Examination with Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    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

    Does Dr. Yeh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 960-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yeh accept in West Covina, CA?

    Dr. Yeh in West Covina, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Clever Care Health Plan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Yeh's office located?

    Dr. James Yeh's Primary Practice

    1250 S Sunset Ave Ste 203

    West Covina, CA 91790

    (626) 960-7800

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

    Dr. Yeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699715839.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yeh?

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

    What is Dr. James Yeh's specialty?

    Dr. Yeh is a Otolaryngologist near West Covina, CA.

    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 this Dr. James Yeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yeh is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare 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

    When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is James Yeh accepting new patients in West Covina, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Yeh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Yeh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yeh's office at (626) 960-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Yeh?

    Please contact Dr. Yeh's office at (626) 960-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Yeh have?

    Dr. James Yeh is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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