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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitt, Otolaryngologist in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. David Whitt, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Texarkana, TX. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Whitt graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology; St Paul Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Whitt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitt’s office at (903) 793-0691.
Where did Dr. Whitt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Otolaryngology; St Paul Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Wisc Med Center | University of Wisconsin Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Whitt board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. David Whitt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Whitt speak?
Dr. Whitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Whitt treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Whitt 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. Whitt. 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:
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Mastoid Infection
- Right Ear Infection with Ruptured Eardrum
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Long-term Mastoid Infection
- Chronic Mastoiditis
- Bilateral Chronic Mastoid Infection
- Right Middle Ear Infection with Perforated Eardrum
- Right Otitis Media with Eardrum Rupture
- Perforated Right Eardrum from Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
- H7013: Chronic mastoiditis, bilateral
- H66011: Acute suppurative otitis media with spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
- H6521: Chronic serous otitis media, right ear
- H6522: Chronic serous otitis media, left ear
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic sinus infection
- Ethmoid sinus inflammation
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
- J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nasal Polyp
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Nose polyp
- Nasal growth
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J330: Polyp of nasal cavity
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Chronic Tonsillitis and Adenoiditis
- Adenoids
- Tonsillitis
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
- Persistent tonsil and adenoid infection
- Long-term tonsil and adenoid inflammation
- Recurrent tonsil and adenoid issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
- J3503: Chronic tonsillitis and adenoiditis
Also known as:
- Other Voice Problems
- Voice Disorder
- Voice changes
- Vocal issues
- Resonance issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R498: Other voice and resonance disorders
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:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Vestibular Neuritis
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Vestibular Nerve Inflammation
- Inner Ear Nerve Infection
- Acute Vestibulopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8123: Vestibular neuronitis, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Whitt perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Whitt 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. Whitt. 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:
- 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:
- Mastoid Cavity Cleaning
- Mastoidectomy Debridement
- Ear Canal Cleaning (Post-Surgery)
- Mastoid Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69220: Debridement, mastoidectomy cavity, simple (eg, routine cleaning)
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Myringotomy with Tubes
- Tympanostomy with Ventilating Tube
- Ear Drum Incision with Tube Placement
- Grommet Insertion (Local Anesthesia)
CPT Codes:
- 69433: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), local or topical anesthesia
Also known as:
- Ear Drum Incision with Fluid Drainage or Eustachian Tube Inflation
- Myringotomy
- Ear Drum Puncture
- Eustachian Tube Inflation
- Ear Fluid Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 69420: Myringotomy including aspiration and/or eustachian tube inflation
Also known as:
- Eardrum Repair Surgery
- Eardrum Repair with Hearing Bone Reconstruction
- Eardrum Repair with Mastoid Surgery
- Tympanoplasty
- Middle Ear Repair
- Eardrum Reconstruction
- Tympanoplasty with Ossicular Reconstruction
- Middle Ear Surgery
- PORP/TORP Placement
- Hearing Bone Repair
- Tympanoplasty with Mastoidectomy
- Middle Ear and Mastoid Surgery
- Eardrum Reconstruction with Mastoidectomy
CPT Codes:
- 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction
- 69633: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; with ossicular chain reconstruction and synthetic prosthesis (eg, partial ossicular replacement prosthesis [PORP], total ossicular replacement prosthesis [TORP])
- 69643: Tympanoplasty with mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, middle ear surgery, tympanic membrane repair); with intact or reconstructed wall, without ossicular chain reconstruction
Also known as:
- Inner Ear Drug Infusion
- Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion', 'Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment', 'Meniere's Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal
Also known as:
- Ear Foreign Body Removal (with General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Foreign Object Removal from Ear
- Ear Canal Cleaning under Anesthesia
- General Anesthesia for Ear Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 69205: Removal foreign body from external auditory canal; with general anesthesia
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)
Also known as:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Sinus Endoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery with Ethmoidectomy and Sphenoidotomy
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Sinus Clearance Surgery
- Total Ethmoidectomy
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopy with Sphenoidotomy
- Sinus Tissue Excision
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
- Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31255: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior)
- 31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31288: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with sphenoidotomy; with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
- 31259: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy, with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
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:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
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:
- Surgical Nasal Endoscopy for Nosebleed Control
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Nosebleed Treatment
- Nasal Hemorrhage Control Endoscopy
- Surgical Sinus Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31238: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with control of nasal hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Larynx Biopsy with Microscope
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
- Voice box biopsy
- Throat biopsy with scope
- Micro-laryngoscopy biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31536: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Ethmoidectomy
- Endoscopy
- FESS (Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery)
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31257: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy
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:
- Adenoid Removal for Children
- Pediatric Adenoidectomy
- Adenoid Surgery for Kids
- Removal of Adenoids
CPT Codes:
- 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; 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:
- Tonsil Removal for Children Under 12
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Child Tonsil Surgery
- Tonsillectomy for Kids
CPT Codes:
- 42825: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Parotid Gland Tumor Removal with Facial Nerve Preservation
- Parotidectomy
- Salivary gland tumor removal
- Facial nerve sparing parotidectomy
- Lateral parotidectomy
CPT Codes:
- 42415: Excision of parotid tumor or parotid gland; lateral lobe, with dissection and preservation of facial nerve
Also known as:
- Tongue-Tie Release (Frenectomy)
- Lingual Frenectomy
- Tongue Frenum Excision
- Tongue-Tie Surgery
- Ankyloglossia Release
CPT Codes:
- 41115: Excision of lingual frenum (frenectomy)
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Test
- Tympanometry
- Hearing Tests for Adults
- Hearing Tests for Children
- Full Audiometry Test
- Speech Recognition Test
- Hearing Threshold Evaluation
- Impedance Audiometry
- Middle Ear Test
- Ear Pressure Test
CPT Codes:
- 92557: Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition (92553 and 92556 combined)
- 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)
Also known as:
- Nasopharyngoscopy
- Nasal Endoscopy
- Throat Endoscopy
- Scope of Nose and Throat
CPT Codes:
- 92511: Nasopharyngoscopy with endoscope (separate procedure)
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:
- 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:
- Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
- Autogenous ear cartilage graft
- Nose cartilage reconstruction
- Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
- Cartilage transplant for nose/ear
CPT Codes:
- 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
- Removal of Soft Tissue Tumor (Neck/Chest)
- Neck Tumor Excision
- Chest Wall Tumor Removal
- Soft Tissue Mass Excision
CPT Codes:
- 21556: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Broken Nose and Septum
- Nasal Fracture Surgery with Septum Repair
- Broken Nose and Septum Surgery
- Open Reduction Nasal Fracture
CPT Codes:
- 21335: Open treatment of nasal fracture; with concomitant open treatment of fractured septum
Also known as:
- Derma-Fat-Fascia Graft
- Skin fat fascia graft
- Composite tissue graft
- Autologous fat graft
- Soft tissue graft
CPT Codes:
- 15770: Graft; derma-fat-fascia
Also known as:
- Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
- Fat Grafting
- Dermal Graft
- Fascia Graft
- Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)
Does Dr. Whitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 793-0691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitt accept in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Whitt in Texarkana, TX 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 Arkansas
Centene
Christus Health Plan
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whitt's office located?
What is Dr. Whitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912901570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitt
What is Dr. David Whitt's specialty?
Dr. Whitt is a Otolaryngologist near Texarkana, TX. 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. Whitt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Whitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitt is affiliated with CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System, Froedtert 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 David Whitt accepting new patients in Texarkana, TX?
Yes, Dr. David Whitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Whitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitt's office at (903) 793-0691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Whitt?
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Which board certifications does Dr. David Whitt have?
Dr. David Whitt is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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