27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hudkins, Otolaryngologist in Tulsa, OK?
Dr. Bruce Hudkins, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Tulsa, OK. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Hudkins graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Otolaryngology. Dr. Hudkins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hudkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hudkins’s office.
Where did Dr. Hudkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Otolaryngology | Rush Presbyterian St Luke's Med Center | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Hudkins board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Hudkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Hudkins speak?
Dr. Hudkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hudkins typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hudkins 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. Hudkins. 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:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Ethmoid sinus inflammation
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Rhinosinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J322: Chronic ethmoidal sinusitis
- J328: Other chronic sinusitis
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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Hudkins typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hudkins 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. Hudkins. 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:
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Partial Ethmoid Sinus Surgery with Endoscopy
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
- Total Ethmoidectomy
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Anterior Ethmoidectomy
- Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
- 31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31254: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; partial (anterior)
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
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:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Hudkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Hudkins 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. Hudkins accept in Tulsa, OK?
Dr. Hudkins in Tulsa, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Consolidated Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other TPA
State of Oklahoma
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hudkins' office located?
What is Dr. Hudkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hudkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245229657.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hudkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hudkins
What is Dr. Bruce Hudkins's specialty?
Dr. Hudkins is a Otolaryngologist near Tulsa, OK.
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. Bruce Hudkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hudkins is affiliated with Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital 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 Bruce Hudkins accepting new patients in Tulsa, OK?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Hudkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Hudkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hudkins's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Hudkins?
Please contact Dr. Hudkins's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Hudkins have?
Dr. Bruce Hudkins is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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6802 S Olympia Ave Ste 200
Tulsa, OK 74132