Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sobie, Otolaryngologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Stephen Sobie, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sobie is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sobie’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sobie’s office at (716) 630-1191.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sobie?
Dr. Stephen Sobie, 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. Sobie empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Facial Cosmetic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Buffalo, NY community, Dr. Sobie is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sobie go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Sobie board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Sobie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology , American Board of Otolaryngology since 1987
What languages does Dr. Sobie speak?
Dr. Sobie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Sobie typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Sobie 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. Sobie. 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
- Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Hearing Impairment
- Deafness
- Poor Hearing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Sobie typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Sobie 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. Sobie. 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:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
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:
- Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Anterior Ethmoidectomy
- Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Sobie accept my insurance?
Dr. Sobie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 630-1191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sobie accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Sobie in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sobie's office located?
What is Dr. Sobie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sobie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770571358.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sobie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sobie
What is Dr. Stephen Sobie's specialty?
Dr. Sobie is a Otolaryngologist near Buffalo, NY.
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. Stephen Sobie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sobie is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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 Stephen Sobie accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Sobie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Sobie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sobie's office at (716) 630-1191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Sobie?
Please contact Dr. Sobie's office at (716) 630-1191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Sobie have?
Dr. Stephen Sobie is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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