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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arnold, Otolaryngologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michelle Arnold, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Arnold is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arnold’s office at (858) 499-2600.
Where did Dr. Arnold go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda
Is Dr. Arnold board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Arnold, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Arnold speak?
Dr. Arnold and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Arnold typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Arnold 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. Arnold. 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:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Pilar Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Scalp cyst
- Trichilemmal cyst
- Hair follicle cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
- L7211: Pilar cyst
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Head, Face, or Neck
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on head
- Lipoma of face
- Neck fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D170: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Arnold typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Arnold 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. Arnold. 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:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
- Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
- Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
- Genital Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Lesion Removal (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Biopsy and Removal
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth
- Skin growth excision
- Mole removal
- Benign skin tumor removal
- Skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11423: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11421: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Turbinate Reduction Surgery
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
- Nasal Turbinate Ablation
- Inferior Turbinate Reduction
- Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
- 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
Does Dr. Arnold accept my insurance?
Dr. Arnold accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arnold accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Arnold in San Diego, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Arnold's office located?
Dr. Michelle Arnold's Primary Practice
10243 Genetic Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 499-2600
What is Dr. Arnold's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arnold's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417921891.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arnold?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arnold
What is Dr. Michelle Arnold's specialty?
Dr. Arnold is a Otolaryngologist near San Diego, 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. Michelle Arnold affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arnold is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital 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 Michelle Arnold accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Arnold is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Arnold offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arnold's office at (858) 499-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Arnold?
Please contact Dr. Arnold's office at (858) 499-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Arnold have?
Dr. Michelle Arnold is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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