42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Areen, Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Richard Areen, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Areen graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Otolaryngology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, General Surgery. Dr. Areen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Areen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Areen’s office at (916) 736-3399.
Where did Dr. Areen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Otolaryngology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Areen board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Areen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Areen speak?
Dr. Areen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Areen typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Areen 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. Areen. 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:
- Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Unusual Ear Sounds
- Distorted Hearing
- Auditory Hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral
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:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Ear Disorder in Both Ears
- Ear Disorder
- Bilateral Ear Condition
- Both Ear Problems
- Aural Disorder Bilateral
ICD-10 Codes:
- H938X3: Other specified disorders of ear, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
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
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
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Areen typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Areen 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. Areen. 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:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery with Ethmoidectomy and Sphenoidotomy
- Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Anterior Ethmoidectomy
- Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
- Sinus Exploration
- Total Ethmoidectomy
- Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
- Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
- 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31259: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy, with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
- 31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
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:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Areen accept my insurance?
Dr. Areen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 736-3399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Areen accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Areen in Sacramento, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Areen's office located?
Dr. Richard Areen's Primary Practice
1111 Exposition Blvd Ste 700
Sacramento, CA 95815
(916) 736-3399
What is Dr. Areen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Areen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609879386.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Areen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Areen
What is Dr. Richard Areen's specialty?
Dr. Areen is a Otolaryngologist near Sacramento, CA.
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. Richard Areen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Areen is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Mercy General Hospital 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
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Is Richard Areen accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Areen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Areen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Areen's office at (916) 736-3399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Areen?
Please contact Dr. Areen's office at (916) 736-3399 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Areen have?
Dr. Richard Areen is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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