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Dr. Brad Desilva, MD

Dr. Brad Desilva, MD

Columbus, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Desilva, Otolaryngologist in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Brad Desilva, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Desilva graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Ohio State University Medical Center. Dr. Desilva is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desilva’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desilva’s office at (614) 627-1330.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Desilva?

    Dr. Brad Desilva, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist 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. Desilva empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gender Affirmation Voice Surgery, Laryngeal & Voice Disorders, Swallowing Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbus, OH community, Dr. Desilva is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Otorhinolaryngology: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center | OSUWMC Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Nec

    • Residency: Ohio State University Medical Center | OSUWMC Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Nec

    • Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Desilva speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    • German

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Desilva 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. Desilva. 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:

    • Vocal Cord Disorder
    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice Disorder
    • Voice problems
    • Vocal fold issues
    • Throat conditions
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
    • Paralyzed vocal cord
    • Single vocal cord paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Laryngeal Spasm
    • Throat Disorder
    • Vocal cord spasm
    • Throat spasm
    • Laryngospasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J385: Laryngeal spasm

    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:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    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

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Desilva 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. Desilva. 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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Flexible Laryngoscopy with Vocal Cord Injection
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam
    • Vocal cord augmentation
    • Larynx injection
    • Flexible scope vocal cord
    • Voice box injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
    • 31574: Laryngoscopy, flexible; with injection(s) for augmentation (eg, percutaneous, transoral), unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
    • Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
    • Vocal Cord Exam
    • Throat Scope with Strobe Light
    • Voice Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Voice Box Muscle Spasms
    • Laryngeal Botox Injection
    • Voice Box Chemodenervation
    • Spasmodic Dysphonia Treatment Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64617: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); larynx, unilateral, percutaneous (eg, for spasmodic dysphonia), includes guidance by needle electromyography, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Voice and Resonance Analysis
    • Voice Disorder Evaluation
    • Speech Resonance Assessment
    • Vocal Quality Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    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

    Does Dr. Desilva accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desilva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 627-1330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desilva accept in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Desilva in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Desilva's office located?

    Dr. Brad Desilva's Primary Practice

    915 Olentangy River Rd

    Columbus, OH 43212

    (614) 627-1330

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    Dr. Brad Desilva's Practice 2

    5175 Morse Rd

    Gahanna, OH 43230

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    Dr. Brad Desilva's Practice 3

    700 Childrens Dr

    Columbus, OH 43205

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - 2025

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025

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    Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years

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

    Dr. Desilva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467494401.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desilva?

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

    What is Dr. Brad Desilva's specialty?

    Dr. Desilva is a Otolaryngologist near Columbus, OH.

    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. Brad Desilva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Desilva is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Otolaryngologist. Explore 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 Brad Desilva accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Brad Desilva is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brad Desilva offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desilva's office at (614) 627-1330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brad Desilva?

    Please contact Dr. Desilva's office at (614) 627-1330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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