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Dr. Richard Etra, MD

Great Neck, NY

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Etra, Otolaryngologist in Great Neck, NY?

    Dr. Richard Etra, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Etra graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Etra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Etra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Etra’s office at (516) 487-6200.

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

    • Residency: Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Etra board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Etra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Etra speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Etra treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Etra 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. Etra. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    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:

    • 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 Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough
    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Eustachian Tube Inflammation
    • Ear Disorder
    • Sudden Eustachian Tube Inflammation
    • Acute Salpingitis of Eustachian Tube
    • Bilateral Acute Eustachian Tube Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H68013: Acute Eustachian salpingitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Postnasal Drip
    • Sinusitis
    • PND
    • Mucus in throat
    • Throat clearing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0982: Postnasal drip

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Both Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Bilateral Tinnitus
    • Head Noise Both Sides

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Outer Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Externa
    • Ear Canal Infection
    • External Ear Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H608X3: Other otitis externa, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Laryngitis
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice Disorder
    • Voice Box Inflammation
    • Loss of Voice
    • Hoarse Voice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J040: Acute laryngitis

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Asthma Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45998: Other asthma

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Eustachian Tube Inflammation
    • Ear Disorder
    • Acute Ear Tube Inflammation
    • Sudden Inflamed Eustachian Tube

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H68012: Acute Eustachian salpingitis, left ear

    Does Dr. Etra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Etra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 487-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Etra accept in Great Neck, NY?

    Dr. Etra in Great Neck, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Etra's office located?

    Dr. Richard Etra's Primary Practice

    560 Northern Blvd Ste 104

    Great Neck, NY 11021

    (516) 487-6200

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    Dr. Richard Etra's Practice 2

    175 Jericho Tpke Ste 216

    Syosset, NY 11791

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    Dr. Richard Etra's Practice 3

    2084 E 67th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11234

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

    Dr. Etra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679558118.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Etra?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Etra's specialty?

    Dr. Etra is a Otolaryngologist near Great Neck, NY. 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. Etra to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Etra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Etra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Glen Cove Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Richard Etra accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Etra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Etra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Etra's office at (516) 487-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Etra?

    Please contact Dr. Etra's office at (516) 487-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Etra have?

    Dr. Richard Etra is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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