30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Connely, Otolaryngologist in Kearney, NE?
Dr. Thomas Connely, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Kearney, NE. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Connely graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology; Univ Of Louisville Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Connely is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Connely’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Connely’s office at (308) 865-2277.
Where did Dr. Connely go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology; Univ Of Louisville Hosp, General Surgery | University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Connely board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Connely, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Connely speak?
Dr. Connely and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Connely typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Connely 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. Connely. 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 Eustachian Tube Inflammation
- Ear Disorder
- Long-term Eustachian Tube Inflammation
- Chronic Salpingitis of Eustachian Tube
- Bilateral Chronic Eustachian Tube Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H68023: Chronic Eustachian salpingitis, bilateral
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:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
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:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Connely typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Connely 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. Connely. 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:
- 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:
- 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 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:
- Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
Also known as:
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Endoscopy
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
CPT Codes:
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
Does Dr. Connely accept my insurance?
Dr. Connely accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (308) 865-2277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Connely accept in Kearney, NE?
Dr. Connely in Kearney, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Advantage
Medica Group
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Connely's office located?
What is Dr. Connely's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Connely's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669462305.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Connely?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Connely
What is Dr. Thomas Connely's specialty?
Dr. Connely is a Otolaryngologist near Kearney, NE.
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. Thomas Connely affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Connely is affiliated with Bryan Health Kearney Regional Medical Center, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne 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 Thomas Connely accepting new patients in Kearney, NE?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Connely is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Connely offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Connely's office at (308) 865-2277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Connely?
Please contact Dr. Connely's office at (308) 865-2277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Connely have?
Dr. Thomas Connely is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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