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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rodriguez, Otolaryngologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Kimsey Rodriguez, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Rodriguez graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed her residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Rodriguez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rodriguez’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rodriguez’s office at (504) 842-5525.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rodriguez?
Dr. Kimsey Rodriguez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rodriguez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Tonsil/Adenoid Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans, LA community, Dr. Rodriguez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Rodriguez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Tulane University School Of Medicine
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Rodriguez board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Kimsey Rodriguez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Rodriguez speak?
Dr. Rodriguez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Rodriguez typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Rodriguez 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. Rodriguez. 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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Abnormal Hearing Test
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Irregular Auditory Function Study
- Unusual Hearing Exam
- Hearing Disorder Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R94120: Abnormal auditory function study
Also known as:
- Sleep Apnea
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Laryngomalacia at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Throat Disorder
- Floppy Larynx (Congenital)
- Soft Voice Box Cartilage
- Congenital Laryngomalacia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q315: Congenital laryngomalacia
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Rodriguez typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Rodriguez 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. Rodriguez. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Auditory Evoked Potentials (Hearing Threshold)
- Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) Test
- AEP Hearing Test
- Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
- Hearing Threshold Estimation
- Evoked Otoacoustic Emissions Test
- OAE Hearing Screen
- Newborn Hearing Test
- Inner Ear Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 92652: Auditory evoked potentials; for threshold estimation at multiple frequencies, with interpretation and report
- 92587: Distortion product evoked otoacoustic emissions; limited evaluation (to confirm the presence or absence of hearing disorder, 3-6 frequencies) or transient evoked otoacoustic emissions, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Rodriguez accept my insurance?
Dr. Rodriguez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-5525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rodriguez accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Rodriguez in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rodriguez's office located?
Dr. Kimsey Rodriguez's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-5525
What is Dr. Rodriguez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rodriguez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851364566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rodriguez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rodriguez
What is Dr. Kimsey Rodriguez's specialty?
Dr. Rodriguez is a Otolaryngologist near New Orleans, LA.
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. Kimsey Rodriguez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rodriguez is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Kimsey Rodriguez accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Kimsey Rodriguez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kimsey Rodriguez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rodriguez's office at (504) 842-5525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kimsey Rodriguez?
Please contact Dr. Rodriguez's office at (504) 842-5525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kimsey Rodriguez have?
Dr. Kimsey Rodriguez is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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