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Dr. Alex Mckinlay, MD

San Antonio, TX

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mckinlay, Otolaryngologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Alex Mckinlay, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Mckinlay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mckinlay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mckinlay’s office at (210) 686-0674.

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

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine | Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    What languages does Dr. Mckinlay speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Mckinlay 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. Mckinlay. 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:

    • 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:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0391: Acute recurrent tonsillitis, unspecified
    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    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. Mckinlay typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Mckinlay 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. Mckinlay. 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:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
    • Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
    • Spreader Grafting (Nose)
    • Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
    • DISE Procedure
    • Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
    • Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
    • Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea

    CPT Codes:

    • 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, 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

    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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Mckinlay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mckinlay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 686-0674 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mckinlay accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Mckinlay in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Bexar County Hospital District

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mckinlay's office located?

    Dr. Alex Mckinlay's Primary Practice

    21134 Market Rdg Ste 102

    San Antonio, TX 78258

    (210) 686-0674

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    Dr. Alex Mckinlay's Practice 2

    18568 Forty Six Pkwy Ste 1001

    Bulverde, TX 78070

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    Dr. Alex Mckinlay's Practice 3

    3851 Roger Brooke Dr

    Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234

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

    Dr. Mckinlay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386668713.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mckinlay?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Mckinlay's specialty?

    Dr. Mckinlay is a Otolaryngologist near San Antonio, 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 this Dr. Alex Mckinlay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mckinlay is affiliated with South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital, University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Alex Mckinlay accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Mckinlay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Mckinlay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mckinlay's office at (210) 686-0674 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alex Mckinlay?

    Please contact Dr. Mckinlay's office at (210) 686-0674 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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