ENTs (Otolaryngologists) in Long Beach, CA
Compare 17 ents (otolaryngologists) in Long Beach, CA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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ENTs (Otolaryngologists)
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Accepting patients
88%
Most common: MD
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Specialty: entState: CACity: Long Beach
About ents (otolaryngologists) in Long Beach, CA
Long Beach has 17 ents (otolaryngologists). The most common credential is MD (88%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Belmont Shore, Naples, Bixby Knolls, and Downtown Long Beach.
Nearby hospitals include Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, St. Mary Medical Center, and Miller Children's and Women's Hospital. Local training programs run through California State University, Long Beach and Long Beach City College. Long Beach Memorial is one of the largest private hospitals on the West Coast.
What to expect at your first ent (otolaryngologist) visit in Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, CA
Long Beach, CA has 17 licensed ents (otolaryngologists). 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of ents (otolaryngologists) in Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, 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. Long Beach, CA has 17 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 Long Beach, CA, 88% hold the MD credential and 6% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
53% of ents (otolaryngologists) in Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, 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.
