MA
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avidano, Otolaryngologist in Stockbridge, GA?
Dr. Michael Avidano, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Stockbridge, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Avidano completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology; Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, General Surgery. Dr. Avidano is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avidano’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avidano’s office at (770) 474-7416.
Where did Dr. Avidano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Otolaryngology; Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi
Is Dr. Avidano board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Avidano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Avidano speak?
Dr. Avidano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Avidano typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Avidano 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. Avidano. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6613: Chronic tubotympanic suppurative otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis and Adenoiditis
- Adenoids
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil and adenoid infection
- Long-term tonsil and adenoid inflammation
- Recurrent tonsil and adenoid issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3503: Chronic tonsillitis and adenoiditis
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:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Avidano typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Avidano 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. Avidano. 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:
- 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:
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Sinus Clearance Surgery
- Total Ethmoidectomy
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
- 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
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 and Adenoidectomy
- Tonsil and adenoid removal
- T&A surgery
- Throat surgery for tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over
Does Dr. Avidano accept my insurance?
Dr. Avidano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 474-7416 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avidano accept in Stockbridge, GA?
Dr. Avidano in Stockbridge, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Avidano's office located?
Dr. Michael Avidano's Primary Practice
1101 Hospital Dr Ste 100A
Stockbridge, GA 30281
(770) 474-7416
What is Dr. Avidano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avidano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780680462.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avidano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avidano
What is Dr. Michael Avidano's specialty?
Dr. Avidano is a Otolaryngologist near Stockbridge, GA.
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. Michael Avidano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avidano is affiliated with Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 Michael Avidano accepting new patients in Stockbridge, GA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Avidano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Avidano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avidano's office at (770) 474-7416 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Avidano?
Please contact Dr. Avidano's office at (770) 474-7416 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Avidano have?
Dr. Michael Avidano is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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