ENT / Otolaryngology
Medical and surgical treatment of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions
ENT / Otolaryngology is the specialty focused on medical and surgical treatment of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions. OpenDoc separates it into focused subspecialty paths so patients can start in the right care lane before they book. Transparent pricing on this page currently ranges from $50 to $4,000 across 23 common visit types. ENT specialists (otolaryngologists) diagnose and treat conditions affecting the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, voice, and head/neck region, combining both medical and surgical expertise. ENT conditions account for approximately 25% of all primary care visits, including chronic sinusitis, ear infections, and throat problems. OpenDoc provides transparent cash pricing on ENT evaluations, in-office procedures, and diagnostics starting at $75 — with faster specialist access than insurance-gated referral pathways.
Not sure where to start? Begin with General ENT / Otolaryngology Evaluation and OpenDoc will keep the specialty, visit type, and price aligned before anything happens.
Cash-pay context
Why pricing transparency matters here
ENT is a specialty where in-office procedures can save patients thousands compared to hospital-based alternatives. In-office balloon sinuplasty at $2,000-4,000 cash-pay replaces hospital sinus surgery billed at $10,000-30,000. Cash-pay pricing on OpenDoc gives you access to these cost-effective in-office alternatives with transparent, all-inclusive pricing.
Subspecialties
Choose the right path inside ENT / Otolaryngology
Each card represents a distinct focused path inside the specialty. This is the big shift from the old browse page: the user gets routing context before they ever hit a provider profile.
Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
Head and neck surgical oncologists are fellowship-trained ENT surgeons who specialize in the surgical treatment of cancers of the mouth, throat, larynx, thyroid, salivary glands, and skull base. This ACGME fellowship provides advanced training in complex tumor resection and reconstruction, including microvascular free flap techniques.
Otology / Neurotology
Otologists/Neurotologists are fellowship-trained ENT surgeons specializing in complex ear and lateral skull base conditions. This ACGME fellowship provides advanced surgical training for chronic ear disease, hearing restoration surgery, cochlear implantation, and management of vestibular disorders and skull base tumors including acoustic neuromas.
Pediatric Otolaryngology
Pediatric ENT specialists are fellowship-trained in managing ear, nose, and throat conditions unique to infants, children, and adolescents. Many ENT conditions present differently in children, and airway management in small children requires specialized surgical expertise. This ACGME fellowship focuses on conditions like recurrent ear infections, airway anomalies, and pediatric sleep apnea.
When you usually need this specialty
Common concerns that lead patients into ENT / Otolaryngology
Chronic ear infections and hearing loss
Chronic sinusitis and nasal congestion
Hoarseness and voice disorders
Tinnitus (ringing in ears)
Nasal polyps and deviated septum
Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea
Tonsillitis and adenoid enlargement
Vertigo and dizziness (vestibular disorders)
Head and neck masses or lumps
Pediatric ear tubes and tonsillectomy
Common care paths
How ENT / Otolaryngology is organized on OpenDoc
ENT Consultation
ENT Consultation is a common ent / otolaryngology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
Diagnostic Hearing Test (Audiogram)
Diagnostic Hearing Test (Audiogram) is a diagnostic ent / otolaryngology service used to clarify the condition before treatment decisions are made.
Nasal Endoscopy (in-office)
Nasal Endoscopy (in-office) is a procedure-oriented ent / otolaryngology service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens.
Allergy Skin Testing (ENT panel)
Allergy Skin Testing (ENT panel) is a diagnostic ent / otolaryngology service used to clarify the condition before treatment decisions are made.
Tympanometry
Tympanometry is a diagnostic ent / otolaryngology service used to clarify the condition before treatment decisions are made.
Voice Evaluation (Laryngoscopy)
Voice Evaluation (Laryngoscopy) is a common ent / otolaryngology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking.
Routing guide
How the subspecialties differ
| Care path | Choose this route when… | Why OpenDoc separates it |
|---|---|---|
| Head & Neck Surgical Oncology | Lump in the neck or mouth that could be cancer | Fellowship-trained in diagnosis and surgical treatment of head/neck cancers with complex reconstruction |
| Otology / Neurotology | Chronic ear drainage or hearing loss not improving with treatment | Specialized in surgical management of chronic ear disease and hearing restoration |
| Pediatric Otolaryngology | Child with recurrent ear infections or sleep apnea | Pediatric-specific surgical expertise for ear tubes, tonsillectomy, and airway management in children |
| Otology / Neurotology | Severe vertigo not responding to standard treatment | Advanced management of vestibular disorders including surgical options for refractory cases |
| Head & Neck Surgical Oncology | Thyroid nodule or mass requiring surgical excision | High-volume thyroid surgery with expertise in nerve monitoring and oncologic completeness |
| Pediatric Otolaryngology | Infant with noisy breathing or feeding difficulties | Specialized in evaluating and managing congenital airway anomalies in infants |
Common services & estimated pricing
Review common visit types, transparent cash-pay estimates, and how the care path changes before you move into provider selection.
| Service | Type | Duration | Estimated price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENT Consultation ENT Consultation is a common ent / otolaryngology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Evaluation | 30 min | $200 – $375 |
| Diagnostic Hearing Test (Audiogram) Diagnostic Hearing Test (Audiogram) is a diagnostic ent / otolaryngology service used to clarify the condition before treatment decisions are made. | Testing | 30 min | $75 – $175 |
| Nasal Endoscopy (in-office) Nasal Endoscopy (in-office) is a procedure-oriented ent / otolaryngology service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens. | Procedure | 10 min | $150 – $350 |
| Allergy Skin Testing (ENT panel) Allergy Skin Testing (ENT panel) is a diagnostic ent / otolaryngology service used to clarify the condition before treatment decisions are made. | Testing | 60 min | $150 – $300 |
| Tympanometry Tympanometry is a diagnostic ent / otolaryngology service used to clarify the condition before treatment decisions are made. | Testing | 10 min | $50 – $100 |
| Voice Evaluation (Laryngoscopy) Voice Evaluation (Laryngoscopy) is a common ent / otolaryngology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Evaluation | 30 min | $200 – $450 |
| Ear Wax Removal (Cerumen Impaction) Ear Wax Removal (Cerumen Impaction) is a procedure-oriented ent / otolaryngology service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens. | Procedure | 15 min | $75 – $150 |
| In-Office Turbinate Reduction In-Office Turbinate Reduction is a procedure-oriented ent / otolaryngology service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens. | Procedure | 30 min | $500 – $1,500 |
| In-Office Balloon Sinuplasty In-Office Balloon Sinuplasty is a procedure-oriented ent / otolaryngology service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens. | Procedure | 45 – 60 min | $2,000 – $4,000 |
| Ear Tube Placement (Myringotomy) Ear Tube Placement (Myringotomy) is a procedure-oriented ent / otolaryngology service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens. | Procedure | 15 min | $800 – $2,000 |
| Sleep Apnea Evaluation Sleep Apnea Evaluation is a common ent / otolaryngology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Evaluation | 30 min | $200 – $350 |
| CT Sinus Scan (in-office) CT Sinus Scan (in-office) is a common ent / otolaryngology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Imaging | 10 min | $150 – $350 |
| Fine-Needle Aspiration Biopsy (neck mass) Fine-Needle Aspiration Biopsy (neck mass) is a procedure-oriented ent / otolaryngology service with transparent pricing shown before anything happens. | Procedure | 20 min | $300 – $600 |
| Follow-Up ENT Visit Follow-Up ENT Visit is a common ent / otolaryngology entry point on OpenDoc with transparent pricing before booking. | Evaluation | 15 min | $125 – $225 |
Pricing methodology: Pricing estimates are modeled from the current OpenDoc specialty taxonomy, visit archetypes, and transparent cash-pay assumptions. Posted provider pricing should be treated as the source of truth whenever it is available.
Last updated: April 8, 2026
Start here
General ENT / Otolaryngology Evaluation
Start with a general ent / otolaryngology evaluation if you want the provider to confirm the right care path before you move deeper into the specialty.
Why subspecialty matters
Why OpenDoc separates these care paths instead of collapsing them
Focused training matters
Specialties often branch into narrower care paths. Seeing them clearly helps patients choose providers with training that actually matches the problem.
Prices match the care path
A sports medicine visit, a spine evaluation, and a tumor consult are not the same visit. OpenDoc keeps pricing attached to the path, not just the umbrella specialty.
Less guesswork before booking
Patients should understand the likely route before they see provider cards. That lowers false starts and makes the next step into provider search feel clearer.
Better provider fit
This page keeps specialty, subspecialty, common visit types, and price context aligned so users can move into provider selection with more confidence.
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