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Dr. Benjamin Murcek, DO

Otolaryngologist

Sandusky, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murcek, Otolaryngologist in Sandusky, OH?

    Dr. Benjamin Murcek, DO is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Sandusky, OH. Dr. Murcek graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Mt Carmel Med Ctr, General Surgery; Doctors Hosp North-Core, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Murcek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murcek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murcek’s office at (419) 626-1331.

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

    • Residency: Mt Carmel Med Ctr, General Surgery; Doctors Hosp North-Core, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Ohio State University/Mt Carmel Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Ohio Univ- Coll Of Osteo Med- Athens Oh | Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Murcek speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Murcek 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. Murcek. 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Murcek 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. Murcek. 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:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Debridement for Graft
    • Burn Scar Release Surgery
    • Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
    • Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
    • Thyroid Lobe Removal
    • Partial Thyroidectomy
    • Isthmusectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy

    Also known as:

    • Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
    • Parathyroidectomy
    • Parathyroid Gland Surgery
    • Hyperparathyroidism Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Murcek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murcek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 626-1331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murcek accept in Sandusky, OH?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Murcek's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Murcek's Primary Practice

    3004 Hayes Ave

    Sandusky, OH 44870

    (419) 626-1331

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    What hospitals are Dr. Murcek affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Murcek has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercy Health - Tiffin Hospital,Tiffin, OH

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

    Dr. Murcek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124057658.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murcek?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Murcek's specialty?

    Dr. Murcek is an Otolaryngologist near Sandusky, 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 Dr. Benjamin Murcek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murcek is affiliated with Firelands Regional 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

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    Is Dr. Benjamin Murcek accepting new patients in Sandusky, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Murcek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Murcek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murcek's office at (419) 626-1331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Murcek?

    Please contact Dr. Murcek's office at (419) 626-1331 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Murcek's office located?

    Dr. Murcek's office is located in Sandusky, OH.