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Dr. Sarah Vakkalanka, MD

Otolaryngologist

Huntington Beach, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vakkalanka, Otolaryngologist in Huntington Beach, CA?

    Dr. Sarah Vakkalanka, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Huntington Beach, CA. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Vakkalanka graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine and completed her residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Otolaryngology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, General Surgery. Dr. Vakkalanka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vakkalanka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vakkalanka’s office at (714) 707-3314.

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

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Otolaryngology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vakkalanka speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Vakkalanka typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Vakkalanka 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. Vakkalanka. 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:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    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:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergy
    • Chronic allergy symptoms
    • Allergic reactions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

    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

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Vakkalanka typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Vakkalanka 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. Vakkalanka. 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:

    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
    • 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:

    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)
    • 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:

    • Removal of Growth Inside the Nose
    • Intranasal lesion excision
    • Nasal growth removal
    • Laser treatment for nasal lesion
    • Nose polyp removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 30117: Excision or destruction (eg, laser), intranasal lesion; internal approach

    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:

    • 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:

    • Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    Does Dr. Vakkalanka accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vakkalanka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 707-3314 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vakkalanka accept in Huntington Beach, CA?

    Dr. Vakkalanka in Huntington Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vakkalanka's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Vakkalanka's Primary Practice

    18800 Delaware St Ste 100

    Huntington Beach, CA 92648

    (714) 707-3314

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

    Dr. Vakkalanka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427029883.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vakkalanka?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Vakkalanka's specialty?

    Dr. Vakkalanka is an Otolaryngologist near Huntington Beach, CA.

    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 Dr. Sarah Vakkalanka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vakkalanka is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Uci Health - Fountain Valley 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 Dr. Sarah Vakkalanka accepting new patients in Huntington Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Vakkalanka is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Vakkalanka offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vakkalanka's office at (714) 707-3314 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Vakkalanka?

    Please contact Dr. Vakkalanka's office at (714) 707-3314 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vakkalanka's office located?

    Dr. Vakkalanka's office is located in Huntington Beach, CA.