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Dr. Edward Behrens, MD

Dr. Edward Behrens, MD

Charleston, SC

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Behrens, Otolaryngologist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Edward Behrens, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Behrens graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at U Okla. Dr. Behrens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behrens’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behrens’s office at (843) 766-7103.

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

    • Residency: U Okla | University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Behrens board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Behrens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Behrens speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Behrens treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Behrens 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. Behrens. 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:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    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
    • H6981: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis
    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Having Ear Tubes
    • Tympanostomy tubes
    • Grommets
    • Ventilation tubes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    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:

    • Left Ear Discharge
    • Ear Disorder
    • Left Otorrhea
    • Leaking Left Ear
    • Left Ear Drainage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9212: Otorrhea, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Does Dr. Behrens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behrens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 766-7103 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Behrens accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Behrens in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Behrens' office located?

    Dr. Edward Behrens' Primary Practice

    1849 Savage Rd

    Charleston, SC 29407

    (843) 766-7103

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    Dr. Edward Behrens' Practice 2

    9185 University Blvd

    North Charleston, SC 29406

    (843) 766-7103

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    Dr. Edward Behrens' Practice 3

    2295 Henry Tecklenburg Dr

    Charleston, SC 29414

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

    Dr. Behrens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669479986.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behrens?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Behrens's specialty?

    Dr. Behrens is a Otolaryngologist near Charleston, SC. 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. Behrens to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Edward Behrens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Behrens is affiliated with Musc Health 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 Edward Behrens accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Behrens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Behrens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behrens's office at (843) 766-7103 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edward Behrens?

    Please contact Dr. Behrens's office at (843) 766-7103 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Behrens have?

    Dr. Edward Behrens is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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