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Dr. James Browne, MD

Winston Salem, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Browne, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. James Browne, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Browne is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Browne’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Browne’s office at (336) 716-2255.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Browne?

    Dr. James Browne, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon 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. Browne empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer, Head & Neck Reconstruction, Skull Base Surgery, Thyroid Cancer & Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Winston Salem, NC community, Dr. Browne is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    What languages does Dr. Browne speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Browne typically treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Browne 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. Browne. 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:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems
    • Oral dysphagia
    • Trouble chewing and swallowing
    • Difficulty moving food in mouth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
    • R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase

    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:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Voice Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia

    Also known as:

    • Hearing Aid Fitting and Adjustment
    • Hearing Aids
    • Hearing Device Fitting
    • Hearing Aid Programming
    • Audiology Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z461: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of hearing aid

    Also known as:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Mouth Malignancy
    • Oral Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified

    What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Browne typically perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Browne 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. Browne. 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:

    • 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:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Flexible Endoscopic Swallowing Evaluation (FEES)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Endoscopy
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study
    • FEES Test
    • Swallowing Endoscopy
    • Video Swallowing Study
    • Dysphagia Endoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
    • 92612: Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing by cine or video recording;

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    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:

    • Laryngeal Function Study
    • Voice box function test
    • Aerodynamic voice testing
    • Acoustic voice analysis
    • Vocal cord function test

    CPT Codes:

    • 92520: Laryngeal function studies (ie, aerodynamic testing and acoustic testing)

    Also known as:

    • Voice Prosthetic Fitting
    • Speech Prosthesis Evaluation
    • Voice Device Assessment
    • Artificial Voice Fitting

    CPT Codes:

    • 92597: Evaluation for use and/or fitting of voice prosthetic device to supplement oral speech

    Does Dr. Browne accept my insurance?

    Dr. Browne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 716-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Browne accept in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. Browne in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna

    • Cigna Group

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Harvard Pilgrim

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Browne's office located?

    Dr. James Browne's Primary Practice

    Medical Center Blvd

    Winston Salem, NC 27157

    (336) 716-2255

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    Dr. James Browne's Practice 2

    1370 W D St

    North Wilkesboro, NC 28659

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    Dr. James Browne's Practice 3

    131 Miller St

    Winston Salem, NC 27103

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

    Dr. Browne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821072893.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Browne?

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

    What is Dr. James Browne's specialty?

    Dr. Browne is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Winston Salem, NC.

    What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

    A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.

    Is this Dr. James Browne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Browne is affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist 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

    When to see a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Browne accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?

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

    Does Dr. James Browne offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Browne's office at (336) 716-2255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Browne?

    Please contact Dr. Browne's office at (336) 716-2255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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