ENTs (Otolaryngologists) in Irvine, CA
Compare 11 ents (otolaryngologists) in Irvine, CA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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ENTs (Otolaryngologists)
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Accepting patients
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Most common: MD
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Specialty: entState: CACity: Irvine
About ents (otolaryngologists) in Irvine, CA
Irvine has 11 ents (otolaryngologists). The most common credential is MD (91%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Providers practice throughout Irvine. Woodbridge is a master-planned community with family practices and proximity to Kaiser Permanente Irvine. Turtle Rock is near UCI Medical Center, with specialist offices catering to the university community. Northwood is a family-oriented neighborhood with pediatric and primary care offices along Irvine Boulevard. University Park is adjacent to UC Irvine campus, benefiting from UCI Health's specialty clinics.
Nearby hospitals include UCI Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Irvine, and Kaiser Permanente Irvine. Local training programs run through University of California, Irvine and Concordia University Irvine. Irvine is consistently ranked among the safest and healthiest cities in the US.
What to expect at your first ent (otolaryngologist) visit in Irvine, CA
The first visit includes a review of your symptoms and medical history, followed by an examination of your ears, nose, and throat using a headlight and specialized instruments. The ENT may use a flexible scope (passed through the nose) to view your sinuses, throat, or voice box. A hearing test may be performed on site. They will explain findings and discuss treatment options, which may be medical or surgical.
When to see a ent (otolaryngologist)
See an ENT for chronic sinus infections (more than three per year), hearing loss or ringing in the ears (tinnitus), persistent sore throat, frequent nosebleeds, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness lasting more than two weeks, sleep apnea or loud snoring, enlarged tonsils or adenoids in children, a lump in the neck, or ear infections that keep recurring.
Typical costs
Office visit copay: $30-75 · Hearing test: $50-250 · Sinus surgery: $5,000-10,000 · Tonsillectomy: $3,000-7,000
Frequently asked questions about ents (otolaryngologists) in Irvine, CA
Irvine, CA has 11 licensed ents (otolaryngologists). 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of ents (otolaryngologists) in Irvine, CA are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
An office visit copay is $30 to $75. A hearing test costs $50 to $250. Sinus surgery runs $5,000 to $10,000. A tonsillectomy costs $3,000 to $7,000. Actual costs in Irvine, CA depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Hearing aids are a significant out-of-pocket expense, often $1,000 to $4,000 per ear. Over-the-counter hearing aids (available since 2022) cost significantly less for mild to moderate hearing loss. Ask your ENT about all options.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Irvine, CA has 11 ents (otolaryngologists). Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Irvine, CA, 91% hold the MD credential and 9% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
73% of ents (otolaryngologists) in Irvine, CA accept Medicare. Medicare covers ENT visits and medically necessary procedures. Hearing aids are not covered by Original Medicare. Some Medicare Advantage plans include hearing aid benefits. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some ents (otolaryngologists) in Irvine, CA accept Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers ENT services in all states. Hearing aid coverage for adults varies by state. Children typically have broader hearing aid coverage under Medicaid. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Medi-Cal participation before scheduling.
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Insurance & ENT (Otolaryngologist) coverage
ENT visits are covered as specialist visits under medical insurance. Hearing tests are covered when ordered for medical evaluation. Hearing aids are not covered by most plans, though some states mandate partial coverage. Sinus surgery and tonsillectomy typically require prior authorization. Verify in-network status for both the ENT and any surgical facility.