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Dr. James Fordice, MD

Dr. James Fordice, MD

Murfreesboro, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fordice, Otolaryngologist in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. James Fordice, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Murfreesboro, TN. He is board certified. Dr. Fordice graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Fordice is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fordice’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fordice’s office at (615) 223-9913.

    Where did Dr. Fordice go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, General Surgery | Baylor University Medical Center | Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fordice board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Fordice, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Fordice speak?

    Dr. Fordice and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Fordice typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Fordice 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. Fordice. 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
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis
    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    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:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Fordice typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Fordice 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. Fordice. 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 Dilation
    • Endoscopy
    • Balloon Sinus Dilation
    • Sinus Endoscopy
    • Maxillary Sinus Surgery
    • Transnasal Sinus Dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 31295: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); maxillary sinus ostium, transnasal or via canine fossa

    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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    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:

    • 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:

    • Inner Ear Drug Infusion
    • Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion
    • Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment
    • Meniere's Disease Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal

    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

    Does Dr. Fordice accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fordice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 223-9913 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fordice accept in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. Fordice in Murfreesboro, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • US Health Group

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    Where is Dr. Fordice's office located?

    Dr. James Fordice's Primary Practice

    1370 Gateway Blvd Ste 100

    Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    (615) 223-9913

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    What is Dr. Fordice's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fordice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801878905.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fordice?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fordice

    What is Dr. James Fordice's specialty?

    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 Dr. James Fordice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fordice is affiliated with Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center, Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital 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

    When to see an Otolaryngologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. James Fordice accepting new patients in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Yes, Dr. James Fordice is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Fordice offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fordice's office at (615) 223-9913 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Fordice?

    Please contact Dr. Fordice's office at (615) 223-9913 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fordice's office located?

    Dr. Fordice's office is located in Murfreesboro, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Fordice have?

    Dr. James Fordice is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.