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Who is Dr. Taitz, Otolaryngologist in Highland Park, IL?
Dr. Ari Taitz, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Highland Park, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Taitz graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Taitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taitz’s office.
Where did Dr. Taitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Loyola University Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Taitz board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Ari Taitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Taitz speak?
Dr. Taitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Taitz typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Taitz 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. Taitz. 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:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Conductive Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Nerve hearing loss
- Inner ear hearing loss
- Permanent hearing loss
- Sound transmission hearing loss
- Outer or middle ear hearing loss
- Temporary hearing loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss
- H902: Conductive hearing loss, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Taitz typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Taitz 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. Taitz. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
- Tonsil and adenoid removal
- T&A surgery
- Throat surgery for tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
CPT Codes:
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
Does Dr. Taitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Taitz 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. Taitz accept in Highland Park, IL?
Dr. Taitz in Highland Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Northshore University Healthsystem
UnitedHealth Group
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ari Taitz?
Dr. Taitz has appointments available at his Highland Park, IL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Taitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376521732.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taitz
What is Dr. Ari Taitz's specialty?
Dr. Taitz is a Otolaryngologist near Highland Park, IL.
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. Ari Taitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taitz is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry 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 Ari Taitz accepting new patients in Highland Park, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ari Taitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ari Taitz offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Taitz, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ari Taitz?
Yes, Dr. Taitz offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Taitz, or contact the office for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ari Taitz have?
Dr. Ari Taitz is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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