Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bergeron, Otolaryngologist in La Jolla, CA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bergeron?
Dr. Christopher Bergeron, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist 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. Bergeron empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Melanoma-Head & Neck, Nasal & Sinus Surgery, Pituitary Tumors, Sentinel Node Surgery, Trauma-Face, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla, CA community, Dr. Bergeron is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Bergeron board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Bergeron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Bergeron speak?
Dr. Bergeron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Bergeron typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Bergeron 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. Bergeron. 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:
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic sinus infection
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
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:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Bergeron typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Bergeron 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. Bergeron. 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:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Anterior Ethmoidectomy
- Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
- Sinus Exploration
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
- 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
- Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Spreader Grafting (Nose)
- Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
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:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Bergeron accept my insurance?
Dr. Bergeron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-6158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bergeron accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Bergeron in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Bankers Fidelity
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bergeron's office located?
Dr. Christopher Bergeron's Primary Practice
10710 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-6158
What hospitals are Dr. Bergeron affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bergeron has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Bergeron's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bergeron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508851775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bergeron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bergeron