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Dr. Joseph Bosley, MD

Shreveport, LA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bosley, Otolaryngologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Joseph Bosley, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years. Dr. Bosley graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A. Dr. Bosley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bosley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bosley’s office at (318) 688-8801.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    What languages does Dr. Bosley speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Bosley 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. Bosley. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    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:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Peritonsillar Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Quinsy
    • Throat abscess
    • Tonsil infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J36: Peritonsillar abscess

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Ethmoid Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Ethmoid sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0120: Acute ethmoidal sinusitis, unspecified
    • J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis

    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:

    • Recurrent Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Tonsillitis
    • Repeated Strep Throat
    • Chronic Strep Tonsillitis
    • Frequent Strep Throat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0301: Acute recurrent streptococcal tonsillitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

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

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Bosley 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. Bosley. 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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Lung Airway Exam Through Tracheostomy
    • Tracheostomy Bronchoscopy
    • Airway Scope Through Trachea
    • Bronchoscopy via Tracheostomy
    • Lung Airway Inspection

    CPT Codes:

    • 31615: Tracheobronchoscopy Through Established Tracheostomy Incision

    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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    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:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Does Dr. Bosley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bosley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 688-8801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bosley accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Bosley in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bosley's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Bosley's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 688-8801

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    Dr. Joseph Bosley's Practice 2

    7847 Youree Dr

    Shreveport, LA 71105

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    Dr. Joseph Bosley's Practice 3

    2533 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop

    Shreveport, LA 71118

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

    Dr. Bosley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619960119.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bosley?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Bosley's specialty?

    Dr. Bosley is a Otolaryngologist near Shreveport, LA.

    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. Joseph Bosley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bosley is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center 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 Joseph Bosley accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Bosley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Bosley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bosley's office at (318) 688-8801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Bosley?

    Please contact Dr. Bosley's office at (318) 688-8801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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