21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schindler, Otolaryngologist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Joshua Schindler, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Schindler graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Member - American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Schindler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schindler’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schindler’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schindler?
Dr. Joshua Schindler, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schindler empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Laryngeal & Voice Disorders, Swallowing Disorders, Throat Cancer, Throat Disorders, Voice Disorders/Professional Voice Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portland/OR community, Dr. Schindler is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Schindler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Vanderbilt Univ Hsp, Nashville, TN,, Otology, Laryngology, Rhinology | Head & Neck Surgery, Johns Hopkins | Laryngology, Vanderbilt University
Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Schindler board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Schindler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Schindler speak?
Dr. Schindler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schindler treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Schindler 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. Schindler. 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.
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Other Voice Problems
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Throat Disorder
- Voice Disorder
- Voice problems
- Vocal fold issues
- Throat conditions
- Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
- Paralyzed vocal cord
- Single vocal cord paralysis
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
- Voice changes
- Vocal issues
- Resonance issues
- Laryngeal paralysis
- Voice box paralysis
- Vocal cord immobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
- J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
- R490: Dysphonia
- R498: Other voice and resonance disorders
- J3802: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, bilateral
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Early Stage Larynx Cancer
- Glottic Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Precancerous Laryngeal Lesion
- Stage 0 Larynx Cancer
- Laryngeal Carcinoma in Situ
- Voice Box Cancer in Situ
ICD-10 Codes:
- C320: Malignant neoplasm of glottis
- D020: Carcinoma in situ of larynx
Also known as:
- Larynx Narrowing
- Larynx Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Laryngeal stenosis
- Narrowed voice box
- Airway narrowing
- Voice box problems
- Laryngeal conditions
- Throat issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- J386: Stenosis of larynx
- J387: Other diseases of larynx
Also known as:
- Pharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Pharynx
- Throat Swallowing Difficulty
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1313: Dysphagia, pharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Benign Larynx Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Throat Disorder
- Non-cancerous voice box growth
- Laryngeal benign neoplasm
- Voice box lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D141: Benign neoplasm of larynx
Also known as:
- Esophageal Diverticulum
- Esophagus Disorder
- Pouch in the esophagus', 'Zenker's diverticulum
- Esophageal pocket
ICD-10 Codes:
- K225: Diverticulum of esophagus, acquired
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Esophageal Motility Disorder
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Spasm
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K224: Dyskinesia of esophagus
Also known as:
- Tracheostomy Care
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach Care
- Trachea Tube Management
- Breathing Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z430: Encounter for attention to tracheostomy
What procedures does Dr. Schindler perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Schindler 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. Schindler. 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.
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:
- Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
- Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
- Vocal Cord Exam
- Throat Scope with Strobe Light
- Voice Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
- Direct laryngoscopy with injection
- Vocal cord augmentation
- Voice box injection
CPT Codes:
- 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Laser Removal of Throat Lesion
- Flexible Laryngoscopy with Laser Ablation
- Voice Box Lesion Removal (Laser)
- Throat Lesion Destruction
CPT Codes:
- 31572: Laryngoscopy, flexible; with ablation or destruction of lesion(s) with laser, unilateral
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:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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
Also known as:
- Voice and Resonance Analysis
- Voice Disorder Evaluation
- Speech Resonance Assessment
- Vocal Quality Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Voice Box Muscle Spasms
- Laryngeal Botox Injection
- Voice Box Chemodenervation
- Spasmodic Dysphonia Treatment Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64617: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); larynx, unilateral, percutaneous (eg, for spasmodic dysphonia), includes guidance by needle electromyography, when performed
Does Dr. Schindler accept my insurance?
Dr. Schindler 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. Schindler accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Schindler in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Schindler's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Alpha Omega Alpha Member - American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Fellow
What is Dr. Schindler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schindler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417965989.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schindler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schindler
What is Dr. Joshua Schindler's specialty?
Dr. Schindler is a Otolaryngologist near Portland, OR. 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. Contact Dr. Schindler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joshua Schindler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schindler is affiliated with OHSU Hospital - Portland 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 Joshua Schindler accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Schindler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Schindler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schindler's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Schindler?
Please contact Dr. Schindler's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Schindler have?
Dr. Joshua Schindler is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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