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Dr. Garth Olson, MD

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Olson, Otolaryngologist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Garth Olson, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Olson completed his residency at St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology; St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Olson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olson’s office at (505) 272-2336.

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

    • Residency: St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology; St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | St Louis University School Of Med

    • Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine

    Is Dr. Olson board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Garth Olson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Olson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Olson 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. Olson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Simple Partial Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Drug-resistant simple partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal seizures
    • Hard-to-treat partial epilepsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40119: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Olson 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. Olson. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    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. Olson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Olson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2336 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Olson accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Olson in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

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    Where is Dr. Olson's office located?

    2nd Ambulatory Care Ctr

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 272-2336

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    Dr. Garth Olson's Practice 2

    3001 Broadmoor Blvd NE

    Rio Rancho, NM 87144

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

    Dr. Olson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720093297.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olson?

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

    What is Dr. Garth Olson's specialty?

    Dr. Olson is a Otolaryngologist near Albuquerque, NM.

    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. Garth Olson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Olson is affiliated with Christus Health 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

    When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Garth Olson accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Garth Olson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Garth Olson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (505) 272-2336 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Garth Olson?

    Please contact Dr. Olson's office at (505) 272-2336 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Garth Olson have?

    Dr. Garth Olson is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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