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Who is Dr. Albright, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. James Albright, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Albright graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Pa Hospital-Uphs, General Surgery. Dr. Albright is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Albright’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Albright’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Albright?
Dr. James Albright, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Albright empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Ear Disorders, Head & Neck Cancer, Sinus Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Albright is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Albright go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Pa Hospital-Uphs, General Surgery | Thomas Jeff University Hospital | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Albright board certified as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. James Albright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Albright speak?
Dr. Albright and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Albright treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Albright 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. Albright. 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
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6533: Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Recurrent Fluid in Middle Ear
- Ear Infection
- Recurrent serous otitis media
- Chronic middle ear fluid
- Repeated ear effusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6506: Acute serous otitis media, recurrent, bilateral
Also known as:
- Conductive Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Sound transmission hearing loss
- Outer or middle ear hearing loss
- Temporary hearing loss
- Sound Conduction Hearing Loss
- Middle Ear Hearing Loss
- Outer Ear Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H902: Conductive hearing loss, unspecified
- H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral
- H9012: Conductive hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side
- H9011: Conductive hearing loss, unilateral, right ear, with unrestricted hearing on the contralateral side
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 Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
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:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Tongue Disorder
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Left Ear Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6982: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, left ear
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
What procedures does Dr. Albright perform?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Albright 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. Albright. 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:
- Ear Drum Incision with Fluid Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
- Myringotomy with Aspiration
- Ear Tube Insertion (Myringotomy)
- Eustachian Tube Inflation
CPT Codes:
- 69421: Myringotomy including aspiration and/or eustachian tube inflation requiring general anesthesia
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:
- Eardrum Repair Surgery
- Tympanoplasty
- Middle Ear Repair
- Eardrum Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction
Also known as:
- Eardrum Repair (Myringoplasty)
- Repair of Eardrum
- Tympanic Membrane Repair
- Drumhead Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 69620: Myringoplasty (surgery confined to drumhead and donor area)
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:
- 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:
- Frenum Revision Surgery (Tongue or Lip Tie)
- Frenectomy
- Z-plasty frenum
- Tongue tie surgery
- Lip tie revision
CPT Codes:
- 41520: Frenoplasty (surgical revision of frenum, eg, with Z-plasty)
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:
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Microscope
- Voice Box Exam
- Larynx Scope
- Tracheoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31526: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
CPT Codes:
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
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:
- 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. Albright accept my insurance?
Dr. Albright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Albright accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Albright in Houston, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CDPHP
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Albright's office located?
What is Dr. Albright's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Albright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548255805.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Albright?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Albright
What is Dr. James Albright's specialty?
Dr. Albright is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Houston, TX. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Albright to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Albright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Albright is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Albright accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. James Albright is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Albright offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Albright's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Albright?
Please contact Dr. Albright's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Albright have?
Dr. James Albright is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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6550 Fannin St Ste 2001
Houston, TX 77030