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20 Years of Experience
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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 here.
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 here.
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
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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
What is Dr. Vakkalanka's NPI number?An 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 a 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 this 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 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 Sarah Vakkalanka?
Please contact Dr. Vakkalanka's office at (714) 707-3314 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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