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Dr. Richard Hodgson, MD

Dr. Richard Hodgson, MD

Portland, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hodgson, Otologist & Neurotologist in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Richard Hodgson, MD is an Otologist & Neurotologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hodgson completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Hurley Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Hodgson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hodgson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hodgson’s office at (503) 224-1371.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hodgson?

    Dr. Richard Hodgson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otologist & Neurotologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hodgson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hearing & Balance Disorders, Neurotology, Otology, Skull Base Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portland, OR community, Dr. Hodgson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Hurley Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or

    Is Dr. Hodgson board certified as an Otologist & Neurotologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Hodgson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Hodgson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Hodgson typically treat?

    As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Hodgson 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. Hodgson. 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:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Hearing Loss
    • Conductive Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Combined Hearing Loss
    • Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Type Hearing Loss
    • Sound Conduction Hearing Loss
    • Middle Ear Hearing Loss
    • Outer Ear Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H9011: Conductive hearing loss, unilateral, right ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side
    • H9012: Conductive hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Cholesteatoma
    • Ear Infection
    • Skin cyst in ear
    • Pearl tumor
    • Benign ear growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H7191: Unspecified cholesteatoma, right ear

    What procedures does an Otologist & Neurotologist like Dr. Hodgson typically perform?

    As an Otologist & Neurotologist, Dr. Hodgson 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. Hodgson. 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:

    • Eardrum Repair Surgery
    • Eardrum Repair with Hearing Bone Reconstruction
    • Stapedectomy
    • Ear Canal Bone Growth Removal
    • Eardrum and Mastoid Bone Repair
    • Tympanoplasty
    • Middle Ear Repair
    • Eardrum Reconstruction
    • Tympanoplasty with Ossicular Reconstruction
    • Middle Ear Surgery
    • PORP/TORP Placement
    • Hearing Bone Repair
    • Stapedotomy
    • Middle Ear Bone Surgery
    • Hearing Restoration Surgery
    • Exostosis Excision Ear Canal
    • Surfer's Ear Surgery
    • External Auditory Canal Exostosis Removal
    • Ear Canal Bone Spur Removal
    • Tympanoplasty with Mastoidectomy
    • Middle Ear Reconstruction
    • Ossicular Chain Repair

    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])
    • 69660: Stapedectomy or stapedotomy with reestablishment of ossicular continuity, with or without use of foreign material;
    • 69140: Excision exostosis(es), external auditory canal
    • 69646: Tympanoplasty with mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, middle ear surgery, tympanic membrane repair); radical or complete, with ossicular chain reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Cochlear Implant Surgery
    • Cochlear Implants
    • Cochlear Device Implantation
    • Hearing Implant Procedure
    • Inner Ear Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy

    Also known as:

    • Eardrum and Mastoid Bone Repair with Ossicular Chain Reconstruction
    • Tympanomastoidectomy
    • Middle Ear Reconstruction
    • Canal Wall Tympanoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 69644: Tympanoplasty with mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, middle ear surgery, tympanic membrane repair); with intact or reconstructed canal wall, with ossicular chain reconstruction

    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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Hodgson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hodgson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 224-1371 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hodgson accept in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Hodgson in Portland, OR 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • Providence Health & Services

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hodgson's office located?

    Dr. Richard Hodgson's Primary Practice

    2222 NW Lovejoy St Ste 622

    Portland, OR 97210

    (503) 224-1371

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    Dr. Richard Hodgson's Practice 2

    5050 NE Hoyt St Ste 655

    Portland, OR 97213

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

    Dr. Hodgson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932109733.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hodgson?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Hodgson's specialty?

    Dr. Hodgson is a Otologist & Neurotologist near Portland, OR.

    What does an Otologist & Neurotologist do?

    An otolaryngologist specializing in otology and neurotology treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including hearing and balance disorders. Their advanced training focuses on the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and the underlying causes of ear-related conditions.

    Is this Dr. Richard Hodgson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hodgson is affiliated with Providence St. Vincent 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

    When to see an Otologist & Neurotologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Richard Hodgson accepting new patients in Portland, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Hodgson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Hodgson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hodgson's office at (503) 224-1371 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Hodgson?

    Please contact Dr. Hodgson's office at (503) 224-1371 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Hodgson have?

    Dr. Richard Hodgson is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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