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Dr. Alfred Simental, MD

Dr. Alfred Simental, MD

Moreno Valley, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simental, Otolaryngologist in Moreno Valley, CA?

    Dr. Alfred Simental, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Moreno Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Simental graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Simental is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simental’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simental’s office at (909) 558-2328.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Simental?

    Dr. Alfred Simental, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Simental empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Salivary Gland Tumors, Thyroid & Parathyroid Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Moreno Valley/CA community, Dr. Simental is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Loma Linda University Med Center | Loma Linda University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Simental board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alfred Simental, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Simental speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Simental treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Simental 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. Simental. 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.

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
    • E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    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
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Toxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
    • Toxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Overactive Lumpy Thyroid
    • Overactive Thyroid
    • Thyrotoxicosis
    • High Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
    • E0520: Thyrotoxicosis with toxic multinodular goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
    • E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Enlarged Thyroid Gland
    • Simple Goiter
    • Thyroid Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Renal Hyperparathyroidism
    • Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Thyroiditis
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Inflamed Thyroid
    • Thyroid Gland Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E069: Thyroiditis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Thyroid Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Non-cancerous thyroid growth
    • Benign thyroid neoplasm
    • Thyroid nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D34: Benign neoplasm of thyroid gland

    What procedures does Dr. Simental perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Simental 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. Simental. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
    • Total Thyroid Removal
    • Completion Thyroidectomy
    • Thyroid Gland Removal for Cancer with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
    • Thyroid Lobe Removal
    • Partial Thyroidectomy
    • Isthmusectomy
    • Complete thyroidectomy
    • Thyroid gland removal
    • Thyroid surgery
    • Remaining Thyroid Removal
    • Second Thyroid Surgery
    • Total Thyroidectomy after Partial
    • Total Thyroidectomy for Cancer
    • Subtotal Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection
    • Thyroid Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
    • 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
    • 60260: Thyroidectomy, removal of all remaining thyroid tissue following previous removal of a portion of thyroid
    • 60252: Thyroidectomy, total or subtotal for malignancy; with limited neck dissection

    Also known as:

    • Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
    • Parathyroid Gland Transplant
    • Parathyroidectomy
    • Parathyroid Gland Surgery
    • Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
    • Parathyroid Autograft
    • Parathyroid Tissue Transfer
    • Parathyroid Reimplantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
    • 60512: Parathyroid autotransplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Deep Cervical Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Modified Radical Neck Dissection
    • Cervical Lymph Node Removal
    • Neck Lymphadenectomy
    • Neck Dissection Surgery
    • Lymph Node Biopsy Neck

    CPT Codes:

    • 38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    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. Simental accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simental accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 558-2328 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simental accept in Moreno Valley, CA?

    Dr. Simental in Moreno Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Simental's office located?

    Dr. Alfred Simental's Primary Practice

    26520 Cactus Ave Ste 2021

    Moreno Valley, CA 92555

    (909) 558-2328

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    Dr. Alfred Simental's Practice 2

    2195 Club Center Dr Ste G

    Sn Bernrdno, CA 92408

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    Dr. Alfred Simental's Practice 3

    11370 Anderson St Ste 2100

    Loma Linda, CA 92354

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

    Dr. Simental's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265464077.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simental?

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

    What is Dr. Alfred Simental's specialty?

    Dr. Simental is a Otolaryngologist near Moreno Valley, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Simental to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alfred Simental affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simental is affiliated with Loma Linda University 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 Alfred Simental accepting new patients in Moreno Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alfred Simental is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alfred Simental offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simental's office at (909) 558-2328 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alfred Simental?

    Please contact Dr. Simental's office at (909) 558-2328 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Simental have?

    Dr. Alfred Simental is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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