25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Namazie, Otolaryngologist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Ali Namazie, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Namazie graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Otolaryngology. Dr. Namazie is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Namazie’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Namazie’s office at (818) 986-5500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Namazie?
Dr. Ali Namazie, 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. Namazie empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Facial Rejuvenation, Nasal Reconstruction, Sleep Apnea, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Encino/CA community, Dr. Namazie is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Namazie go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Otolaryngology | University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Namazie board certified in Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Ali Namazie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Namazie speak?
Dr. Namazie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Namazie treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Namazie 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. Namazie. 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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6980: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, unspecified ear
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
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:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Foreign Body in Ear
- Foreign Bodies
- Something in ear
- Ear foreign object
- Object stuck in ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- T169XXA: Foreign body in ear, unspecified ear, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Throat Abscess
- Abscess
- Throat Disorder
- Retropharyngeal abscess
- Parapharyngeal abscess
- Deep neck infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J390: Retropharyngeal and parapharyngeal abscess
What procedures does Dr. Namazie perform?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Namazie 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. Namazie. 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:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
- Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Spreader Grafting (Nose)
- Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Inferior Turbinate Resection
- Turbinate Reduction
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
Also known as:
- Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Nasal Nerve Ablation (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopic Nasal Nerve Destruction
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Nasal Nerves
- Nasal Endoscopy with Nerve Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
- 31242: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with destruction by radiofrequency ablation, posterior nasal nerve
Also known as:
- Maxillary Sinus Dilation
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Sinus Endoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Total Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
- Sphenoid Sinus Dilation (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopic Ethmoid and Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Balloon Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
- Transnasal Sinus Dilation
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopy with Sphenoidotomy
- Sinus Tissue Excision
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Ethmoid Sinus Surgery
- Nasal Endoscopic Ethmoidectomy
- Sinus Clearance Surgery
- Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
- Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
- Sinus Exploration
- Balloon Sinuplasty Sphenoid
- Sphenoid Sinus Opening
- Total Ethmoidectomy
- Nasal Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31295: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); maxillary sinus ostium, transnasal or via canine fossa
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
- 31288: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with sphenoidotomy; with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus
- 31255: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior)
- 31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
- 31297: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); sphenoid sinus ostium
- 31253: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including frontal sinus exploration, with removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
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:
- Frontal and Sphenoid Sinus Dilation
- Frontal Sinus Balloon Dilation
- Endoscopy
- Balloon Sinus Dilation
- Sinus Ostia Enlargement
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Balloon sinuplasty
- Frontal sinus endoscopy
- Sinus opening dilation
- Endoscopic sinus surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31298: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); frontal and sphenoid sinus ostia
- 31296: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with dilation (eg, balloon dilation); frontal sinus ostium
Also known as:
- Throat Abscess Drainage (Oral Approach)
- Retropharyngeal Abscess Drainage
- Parapharyngeal Abscess Incision
- Deep Throat Abscess Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42720: Incision and drainage abscess; retropharyngeal or parapharyngeal, intraoral approach
Also known as:
- Lingual Tonsil Removal
- Tongue tonsil surgery
- Excision of lingual tonsil
- Destruction of lingual tonsil
- Base of tongue tonsillectomy
CPT Codes:
- 42870: Excision or destruction lingual tonsil, any method (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Mouth Lesion with Complex Repair
- Oral Mucosa Lesion Excision
- Mouth Vestibule Lesion Removal
- Complex Mouth Repair
CPT Codes:
- 40814: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; with complex repair
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Dilation
- Nasal Endoscopy with Eustachian Dilation
- Ear Tube Widening
CPT Codes:
- 69706: Nasopharyngoscopy, surgical, with dilation of eustachian tube (ie, balloon dilation); bilateral
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:
- Ear Foreign Body Removal (with General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Foreign Object Removal from Ear
- Ear Canal Cleaning under Anesthesia
- General Anesthesia for Ear Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 69205: Removal foreign body from external auditory canal; with general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
- Myocutaneous Flap
- Fasciocutaneous Flap
- Head and Neck Reconstruction
- Vascular Pedicle Flap
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
- 15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
CPT Codes:
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Complex Repair of Face Wounds
- Eyelid Repair
- Nose Laceration Repair
- Lip Wound Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 13152: Repair, complex, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
- Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Computer-Guided Neurosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Nasal Septum Cartilage Graft
- Nose Cartilage Graft
- Septal Cartilage Repair
- Nasal Reconstruction with Cartilage
CPT Codes:
- 20912: Cartilage graft; nasal septum
Also known as:
- Removal of Soft Tissue Tumor (Neck/Chest)
- Neck Tumor Excision
- Chest Wall Tumor Removal
- Soft Tissue Mass Excision
CPT Codes:
- 21556: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Namazie accept my insurance?
Dr. Namazie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 986-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Namazie accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Namazie in Encino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Healthcare Advantage
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Namazie's office located?
Dr. Ali Namazie's Primary Practice
16661 Ventura Blvd Ste 226
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 986-5500
Dr. Ali Namazie's Practice 2
4955 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 505
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 986-5500
What is Dr. Namazie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Namazie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184603102.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Namazie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Namazie
What is Dr. Ali Namazie's specialty?
Dr. Namazie is a Otolaryngologist near Encino, CA. 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. Namazie to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ali Namazie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Namazie is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center. 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 Ali Namazie accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ali Namazie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ali Namazie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Namazie's office at (818) 986-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ali Namazie?
Please contact Dr. Namazie's office at (818) 986-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ali Namazie have?
Dr. Ali Namazie is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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