2024
Understanding the Composition of a Comprehensive Otolaryngologist's Practice Through Medicare Reimbursements
Torabi S, Vasandani S, Patel R, Manes R, Kuan E. Understanding the Composition of a Comprehensive Otolaryngologist's Practice Through Medicare Reimbursements. Otolaryngology 2024 PMID: 39588657, DOI: 10.1002/ohn.1071.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchReimbursement patternsOffice-based settingMedicare patientsOtolaryngology trainingPractice patternsOffice-basedFellowship completionMedicareNinety-five percentMedicare reimbursementReimbursementRandom sampleManagement servicesOtolaryngologist practiceCPT codesOtolaryngologyAcademic settingsNinety-fiveFellowshipProcedural practicesPracticeDiverse practicesServicesPatientsDiverse skillsA rare case of disseminated amebiasis in a patient on biologic therapy for chronic rhinosinusitis
Omiunu A, Brown L, Kayastha D, Manes R. A rare case of disseminated amebiasis in a patient on biologic therapy for chronic rhinosinusitis. International Forum Of Allergy & Rhinology 2024 PMID: 39444259, DOI: 10.1002/alr.23473.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCharacterizing the Rise in Dupilumab Prescriptions and Costs: A Medicare Part D Study
Torabi S, Patel R, Bitner B, Manes R, Kuan E. Characterizing the Rise in Dupilumab Prescriptions and Costs: A Medicare Part D Study. Otolaryngology 2024 PMID: 39248223, DOI: 10.1002/ohn.971.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchTaste dysfunction after endoscopic endonasal resection of olfactory groove meningioma: Case series and review of the literature
Fecker A, Studer M, Manes R, Omay S, Detwiller K, Smith T, Andersen P, Sanusi O, Collins K, Geltzeiler M, Rimmer R. Taste dysfunction after endoscopic endonasal resection of olfactory groove meningioma: Case series and review of the literature. American Journal Of Otolaryngology 2024, 45: 104302. PMID: 38678798, DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2024.104302.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchResection of olfactory groove meningiomasOlfactory groove meningiomasEndoscopic endonasal resectionMinority of patientsSense of tasteTaste changesSeverity of symptomsOlfactory dysfunctionTaste dysfunctionMedian timeCase seriesClinical characteristicsOlfactory functionPatient counselingPatientsSense of smellAssociated with lateralizationResectionMeningiomasSurgeryDysfunctionRated severityNeoplasmsSurvey responsesAgeusia
2023
Portable MRI to assess optic chiasm decompression after endoscopic endonasal resection of sellar and suprasellar lesions.
Hong C, Lamsam L, Yadlapalli V, Parasuram N, Mazurek M, Chavva I, Lalwani D, Zabinska J, Schiff S, Manes R, Vining E, Rimmer R, Kimberly W, Sheth K, Omay S. Portable MRI to assess optic chiasm decompression after endoscopic endonasal resection of sellar and suprasellar lesions. Journal Of Neurosurgery 2023, 139: 1664-1670. PMID: 37347618, DOI: 10.3171/2023.5.jns23174.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsEndoscopic endonasal surgeryOptic nerve decompressionEndonasal surgerySuprasellar lesionsNerve decompressionOptic chiasmThird ventricleConventional MRIOptic chiasm compressionEndoscopic endonasal resectionChiasm compressionPreoperative imagingSingle institutionEndonasal resectionMRI availabilityRoutine MRISignificant interrater reliabilitySuprasellar pathologiesSurgeryNeurosurgical oncologyLinear mixed-effects modelsPortable MRIPatientsMRIMixed-effects models
2022
Trends in Billing and Medicare Reimbursement for In-Office Cerumen Removal by Otolaryngologists and Other Providers
Patel R, Torabi S, Kasle D, Kayastha D, Manes R. Trends in Billing and Medicare Reimbursement for In-Office Cerumen Removal by Otolaryngologists and Other Providers. Annals Of Otology Rhinology & Laryngology 2022, 132: 410-416. PMID: 35894062, DOI: 10.1177/00034894221096980.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAdvanced practice providersGeneral physiciansProvider typeCerumen removalMedicare reimbursementRural settingsTotal Medicare reimbursementRetrospective studyPractice providersMedicare Part BOtolaryngologistsNumber of otolaryngologistsBilling patternsNumber of providersPhysiciansProvider UtilizationPatientsReimbursementMedical practiceMedicare Utilization and Reimbursement Variation Between Rural and Urban Otolaryngologists
Patel R, Torabi S, Kayastha D, Kuan E, Manes R. Medicare Utilization and Reimbursement Variation Between Rural and Urban Otolaryngologists. Otolaryngology 2022, 168: 528-535. PMID: 35852873, DOI: 10.1177/01945998221113550.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsMedicare patientsRetrospective cross-sectional studyPatient's comorbidity profileHealthcare Common Procedure Coding System codesNumber of patientsCross-sectional studyReimbursement variationComorbidity profilesPatient populationRisk scoreMedicare Provider UtilizationLarge urban settingUrban settingsOlder ageMore Medicare patientsPhysician populationPatientsPhysiciansComplexity of proceduresHCPCS codesProvider UtilizationReimbursement ratesOtolaryngologyRural practiceMedicare utilizationDacryocystitis in a patient with Samter's triad
Abdel-Aty A, Jin A, Manes R, Khan M, Pointdujour-Lim R. Dacryocystitis in a patient with Samter's triad. Oman Journal Of Ophthalmology 2022, 15: 225-227. PMID: 35937735, PMCID: PMC9351944, DOI: 10.4103/ojo.ojo_178_21.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchSamter's triadAspirin-exacerbated respiratory diseaseEndoscopic sinus surgeryNasolacrimal duct obstructionAspirin intoleranceEosinophilic infiltrationNasal polyposisBronchial asthmaDuct obstructionChronic inflammationSinus surgeryPotential etiologiesRecurrent dacryocystitisRespiratory diseaseLacrimal sacPathological specimensDacryocystitisTriadAsthmaInflammationPatientsSurgeryDacryocystorhinostomyFibrosisPolyposis
2021
Characterizing Medicare Reimbursements and Clinical Activity Among Female Otolaryngologists
Panth N, Torabi SJ, Kasle DA, Savoca EL, Zogg CK, O’Brien E, Manes RP. Characterizing Medicare Reimbursements and Clinical Activity Among Female Otolaryngologists. Annals Of Otology Rhinology & Laryngology 2021, 131: 749-759. PMID: 34467771, DOI: 10.1177/00034894211042445.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsFemale otolaryngologistsClinical volumeCurrent Procedural Terminology codesUnique Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codesProcedural Terminology codesMedicare reimbursementClinical activityRetrospective analysisTerminology codesMedicare feeOtolaryngologistsPatientsBilling patternsMedianMedicare PhysicianUrban settingsRural settingsReimbursementService billingTemporal trendsSettingRural areasBilling patterns for in-office computerized tomography scans of the face/sinus by otolaryngologists
Patel R, Torabi S, Kasle D, Narwani V, Manes R. Billing patterns for in-office computerized tomography scans of the face/sinus by otolaryngologists. American Journal Of Otolaryngology 2021, 42: 103140. PMID: 34175773, DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2021.103140.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsComputerized tomography scanCT scanTomography scanMedicare reimbursementMedicare FFS patientsMedicare FFS populationNumber of patientsFFS patientsRetrospective studyService patientsPathologic diagnosisMedian numberFFS populationPatient convenienceMedicare feeMedicare Part BOtolaryngologistsPractice settingsPreoperative planningPatientsBilling patternsProvider UtilizationScansCTMedicareAdverse Events Associated With Corticosteroid-Eluting Sinus Stents: A MAUDE Database Analysis
Narwani V, Torabi SJ, Kasle DA, Patel RA, Lerner MZ, Manes RP. Adverse Events Associated With Corticosteroid-Eluting Sinus Stents: A MAUDE Database Analysis. Otolaryngology 2021, 166: 179-182. PMID: 33848437, DOI: 10.1177/01945998211006930.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCommon adverse eventsAdverse eventsPostoperative infectionMAUDE databasePatient-related adverse eventsRetrospective cross-sectional studyFungal infectionsMAUDE Database AnalysisDevice-related eventsEndoscopic sinus surgeryDrug Administration MAUDE databaseCross-sectional studyPeriorbital cellulitisSinus surgeryRevision surgerySurgical decisionSinus stentsUS FoodDrug AdministrationComplicationsPatientsInfectionStentsOperating roomDatabase analysisRole and Growth of Independent Medicare-Billing Otolaryngologic Advanced Practice Providers
Patel R, Torabi S, Kasle D, Pivirotto A, Manes R. Role and Growth of Independent Medicare-Billing Otolaryngologic Advanced Practice Providers. Otolaryngology 2021, 165: 809-815. PMID: 33687283, DOI: 10.1177/0194599821994820.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsAdvanced practice providersPractice providersRetrospective cross-sectional studyMedicare FFS patientsNumber of patientsCross-sectional studyMedicare reimbursementScope of practiceFFS patientsRetrospective reviewService patientsSex distributionMedicare populationMedicare feeMedicare Provider UtilizationPatientsCurrent ProceduralTotal MedicareProvider UtilizationTotal numberPhysiciansRural settingsMedicareReimbursementMedian
2020
Case Report: Suprasellar Pituitary Adenoma Presenting With Temporal Lobe Seizures
Hong CS, Gorrepati R, Kundishora AJ, Elsamadicy AA, Peter PR, Damisah EC, Manes RP, Omay SB. Case Report: Suprasellar Pituitary Adenoma Presenting With Temporal Lobe Seizures. Frontiers In Surgery 2020, 7: 598138. PMID: 33335912, PMCID: PMC7736041, DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2020.598138.Peer-Reviewed Case Reports and Technical NotesPituitary macroadenomaTemporal lobeFurther seizure activityTemporal lobe seizuresYear old maleMass effectLeft temporal lobeSuprasellar pituitary adenomasEndocrine dysfunctionGeneralized seizuresSeizure activityPituitary pathologyPituitary adenomasMedical treatmentSeizuresEndoscopic endonasalMacroadenomasLobePatientsDysfunctionAdenomasSymptomsTumorsEndonasalPathology
2018
PMD35 Steroid-Eluting Sinus Implant Versus Revision Surgery for Patients with Recurrent Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSWNP): An Economic Evaluation Model
Ernst, Imhoff R, Minshall M, DeConde A, Manes R. PMD35 Steroid-Eluting Sinus Implant Versus Revision Surgery for Patients with Recurrent Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSWNP): An Economic Evaluation Model. Value In Health 2018, 21: s165. DOI: 10.1016/j.jval.2018.04.1114.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2017
PRS29 Disease-Related Cost Burden In Patients Undergoing Sinus Surgery For Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Claims-Based Analysis
Hunter T, DeConde A, Manes R. PRS29 Disease-Related Cost Burden In Patients Undergoing Sinus Surgery For Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Claims-Based Analysis. Value In Health 2017, 20: a644. DOI: 10.1016/j.jval.2017.08.1485.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
2016
Patient knowledge and expectations in endoscopic sinus surgery
Neubauer PD, Tabaee A, Schwam ZG, Francis FK, Manes RP. Patient knowledge and expectations in endoscopic sinus surgery. International Forum Of Allergy & Rhinology 2016, 6: 921-925. PMID: 27028979, DOI: 10.1002/alr.21763.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsEndoscopic sinus surgeryPatient knowledgePreoperative counselingSinus surgeryYounger groupTertiary care medical centerEarly postoperative symptomsPatients' baseline knowledgeProspective patient surveyBaseline knowledgePostoperative symptomsMedian ageInformed consent processOngoing therapyPatient surveyPatient misconceptionsMedical CenterPatientsHealthcare providersOlder groupSurgeon's abilityPhysician rating websitesConsent processSurgerySources of information
2014
Electromagnetic Image-Guided Orbital Decompression: Technique, Principles, and Preliminary Experience with 6 Consecutive Cases
Servat JJ, Elia MD, Gong D, Manes RP, Black EH, Levin F. Electromagnetic Image-Guided Orbital Decompression: Technique, Principles, and Preliminary Experience with 6 Consecutive Cases. Orbit 2014, 33: 433-436. PMID: 25207388, DOI: 10.3109/01676830.2014.950284.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsOrbital decompressionWall orbital decompressionNon-contrast CTElectromagnetic image guidanceDisease inactivityConsecutive patientsHertel exophthalmometryConsecutive casesMaxillary sinusReduced riskElectromagnetic guidance systemInferior aspectPatientsPreliminary experienceFrontal sinusSuperior aspectOrbital surgeryRoutine useNasal tipDecompressionImage guidance systemSurgical navigation systemImage guidanceSinus
2010
Evaluating and Managing the Patient with Nosebleeds
Manes RP. Evaluating and Managing the Patient with Nosebleeds. Medical Clinics Of North America 2010, 94: 903-912. PMID: 20736102, DOI: 10.1016/j.mcna.2010.05.005.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchInitial Clinical Experience with Balloon Dilation in Revision Frontal Sinus Surgery
Wycherly BJ, Manes RP, Mikula SK. Initial Clinical Experience with Balloon Dilation in Revision Frontal Sinus Surgery. Annals Of Otology Rhinology & Laryngology 2010, 119: 468-471. PMID: 20734968, DOI: 10.1177/000348941011900707.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsRevision frontal sinus surgeryFrontal sinus surgeryLund-Mackay scoreBalloon dilationFrontal ostiumSinus surgeryPostoperative infectionAverage Lund-Mackay scoreEndoscopic frontal sinus surgeryFrontal sinus diseaseInitial clinical experienceEndoscopic patencyPersistent sinusitisRadiographic improvementFrontal headacheSinus diseasePatency ratesTomography scanInvasive techniquesOutcome measurementsPatientsClinical experienceOstiumAdditional proceduresSurgery