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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tennyson, Otolaryngologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Heath Tennyson, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tennyson completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Otolaryngology; San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, General Surgery. Dr. Tennyson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tennyson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tennyson’s office at (740) 446-5135.
Where did Dr. Tennyson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Otolaryngology; San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine
Is Dr. Tennyson board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Heath Tennyson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Tennyson speak?
Dr. Tennyson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tennyson treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Tennyson 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. Tennyson. 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:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
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 Sinusitis
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
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:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
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:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
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:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Tennyson perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Tennyson 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. Tennyson. 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
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
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
- Endoscopy
- Sinus Endoscopy
- Nasal Polyp Removal
- Sinus Biopsy
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
- Sinus Tissue Biopsy
- Maxillary Sinus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
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:
- 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
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)
Does Dr. Tennyson accept my insurance?
Dr. Tennyson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 446-5135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tennyson accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Tennyson in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tennyson's office located?
Dr. Heath Tennyson's Primary Practice
395 N Silverbell Rd Ste 201
Tucson, AZ 85745
(740) 446-5135
What is Dr. Tennyson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tennyson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700856069.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tennyson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tennyson
What is Dr. Heath Tennyson's specialty?
Dr. Tennyson is a Otolaryngologist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Tennyson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heath Tennyson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tennyson is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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
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Is Heath Tennyson accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Heath Tennyson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heath Tennyson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tennyson's office at (740) 446-5135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heath Tennyson?
Please contact Dr. Tennyson's office at (740) 446-5135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heath Tennyson have?
Dr. Heath Tennyson is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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