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Dr. Bruce Abkes, MD

Dr. Bruce Abkes, MD

Otolaryngologist

Johnson City, TN

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Abkes, Otolaryngologist in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. Bruce Abkes, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Johnson City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Abkes graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Dr. Abkes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abkes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abkes’s office at (423) 929-9101.

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

    • Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

    • Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Abkes board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Abkes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Abkes speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Abkes 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. Abkes. 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:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Eustachian Tube Problems
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Disorders
    • Ear Tube Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral

    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:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Abkes 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. Abkes. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
    • Tonsil and adenoid removal
    • T&A surgery
    • Throat surgery for tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    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:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    Does Dr. Abkes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abkes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 929-9101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abkes accept in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. Abkes in Johnson City, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit Solutions

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abkes' office located?

    Dr. Bruce Abkes' Primary Practice

    2340 Knob Creek Rd Ste 704

    Johnson City, TN 37604

    (423) 929-9101

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    Dr. Bruce Abkes' Practice 2

    420 Railroad St

    Elizabethton, TN 37643

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    Dr. Bruce Abkes' Practice 3

    301 Louis St Ste 101

    Kingsport, TN 37660

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    What hospitals are Dr. Abkes affiliated with?

    Dr. Abkes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Franklin Woods Community Hospital,Johnson City, TN
    Holston Valley Medical Center,Kingsport, TN

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

    Dr. Abkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982635314.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abkes?

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

    What is Dr. Bruce Abkes's specialty?

    Dr. Abkes is an Otolaryngologist near Johnson City, TN.

    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. Bruce Abkes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Abkes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Franklin Woods Community Hospital, Holston Valley Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Bruce Abkes accepting new patients in Johnson City, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Abkes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Abkes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abkes' office at (423) 929-9101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bruce Abkes?

    Please contact Dr. Abkes' office at (423) 929-9101 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abkes' office located?

    Dr. Abkes' offices are located in Johnson City, TN, Elizabethton, TN, and Kingsport, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Abkes have?

    Dr. Bruce Abkes is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.