Amber Price, MD is an ENT Specialist practicing at her clinic in Amarillo, TX. As a trusted local provider on kellysearch.com, she is dedicated to providing comprehensive ENT care, registered with The Texas Medical Board and practicing under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act). ENT specialists, also known as otolaryngologists, are medical doctors and surgeons who diagnose and treat a wide array of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions, from common issues like sinus infections and hearing loss to complex cases such as head and neck cancers, often working in collaboration with your primary care physician. Dr. Price is committed to a patient-centered approach, ensuring all her patients, regardless of age, receive the individualized care they deserve. She is currently welcoming new patients and encourages you to call (806) 355-5625 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Amber Price, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Amarillo, TX. She is affiliated with BSA Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Price is Board Certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. Her practice philosophy emphasizes collaborative, evidence-based medicine, ensuring that patients and their families feel heard and empowered in their healthcare decisions. She strives to create a supportive environment where patients feel comfortable discussing their concerns and actively participate in their treatment plans. Dr. Amber Price provides consultations primarily in English.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Price is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Price's approach to ENT care is deeply patient-centered, emphasizing thorough examinations and clear explanations of diagnoses and treatment options. She prioritizes comprehensive care, considering the full spectrum of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck issues, while maintaining close collaboration with patients' primary care physicians to ensure coordinated and optimal health management.
By working together, you and Dr. Price can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Also Accepts These Carriers
- Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
- BestChoice PPO
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Essentials HMO
- Blue PPO
- Blue Preferred Plus
- BluePPO EvolutionSM PPO
- Choice Care Network PPO
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice POS
- Choice Plus POS
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Curative
- Curative EPO
- Curative PPO
- Curative PPO Plus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Medica Choice
- National POS
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate POS
- Nexus Open Access
- Open Access Plus
- Options PPO
- Preferred PPO
- UnitedHealthCare
- Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Price offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Mixed Hearing Loss: A diagnosis of mixed hearing loss signifies that both conductive (outer/middle ear) and sensorineural (inner ear) hearing problems are impacting your hearing, and an ENT specialist can help manage this.
- Anosmia: Losing your sense of smell (anosmia) can be concerning. An ENT doctor can investigate the underlying cause and help you find relief.
- Deviated Septum: Difficulty breathing through your nose might be due to a deviated septum, a problem an ENT doctor can address through surgery or other methods.
- Vocal Cord Paralysis: A loss of movement in your vocal cords, causing voice problems, is called vocal cord paralysis; an ENT doctor is the specialist to see for diagnosis and treatment, which might involve surgery or other interventions.
- Hyperparathyroidism: If your parathyroid glands produce excessive amounts of a hormone, it can lead to hyperparathyroidism, causing various symptoms; ENT specialists play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating this condition, often surgically.
- Ear Ache: ENT doctors specialize in diagnosing and treating ear pain, ranging from minor irritations to severe infections requiring medical intervention.
- Tinnitus: Tinnitus is a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in your ears that only you can hear, and an ENT doctor can help identify the cause and explore treatment options.
- TMJ: TMJ, short for temporomandibular joint disorder, can cause jaw pain, earaches, and headaches. An ENT physician can evaluate your TMJ and create a personalized treatment plan, which may include medication, splints, or surgery.
- Enlarged Turbinates: If the bony structures inside your nose are bigger than normal, causing breathing problems, an ENT specialist can diagnose and treat this condition called enlarged turbinates.
- Sleep Apnea: If you snore loudly and feel tired even after a full night's sleep, you might have sleep apnea; an ENT specialist can help identify and manage this condition.
- Allergic Rhinitis: Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is treated by ENT doctors who can offer various treatments such as nasal sprays, antihistamines, and allergy shots to improve your quality of life.
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition where your breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, and an ENT doctor can diagnose and treat it, often recommending devices or surgery to improve airflow.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Dr. Price offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Parathyroidectomy: Parathyroidectomy is a surgical solution for hyperparathyroidism, a condition marked by an overproduction of parathyroid hormone, leading to high blood calcium.
- Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy: These procedures, from a simple examination (laryngoscopy) to extensive removal of throat tissue (pharyngectomy), help ENT doctors assess and address issues affecting your ability to breathe, speak, or swallow.
- Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery): During this sinus surgery, your doctor removes a portion of the ethmoid bone to improve sinus ventilation and reduce the frequency of infections.
- Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates: If enlarged nasal turbinates are causing nasal congestion, this surgery removes or reduces them to improve airflow.
- Intranasal or Sinus Procedure: An intranasal or sinus procedure is a surgical or minimally invasive treatment performed through the nose to address issues within the sinuses or nasal passages.
- Rhinoseptoplasty: Rhinoseptoplasty is a surgical procedure to straighten a deviated septum and improve nasal breathing.
- Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy: A laryngotomy is a surgery that creates a temporary or permanent opening in the throat to bypass an obstruction, helping to ensure a patient can breathe properly.
- Audiometry: It's a painless procedure that helps diagnose hearing problems and determine the best course of action to improve your hearing.
- Tracheal Surgery: This surgery addresses issues within the trachea, such as tumors, narrowing, or trauma, to improve breathing.
- Hearing Screening: A hearing screening is a quick test to check how well you hear different sounds.
- Salivary Gland Surgery: This surgery aims to fix issues with your salivary glands, which might involve removing a diseased gland, repairing a damaged duct, or addressing infections.
- Adenoidectomy: An adenoidectomy is a surgery to take out the adenoids, helping to clear your airways and potentially reduce the frequency of ear or sinus infections.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Dr. Price is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan, the patient successfully managed their mixed hearing loss, allowing them to enjoy everyday conversations and activities without significant difficulty.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan, the patient gradually regained their sense of smell, significantly improving their quality of life. They felt empowered by understanding the underlying cause of their anosmia and confident in their ability to manage the condition.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
- Primary Location:
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3501 S Soncy Rd Ste 140, Amarillo, TX, 79119
Phone: (806) 355-5625
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1600 Wallace Blvd, Amarillo, TX, 79106
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- American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving ENT care with Dr. Price:
- What kind of conditions does an ENT specialist treat?
- Dr. Price, an otolaryngologist, is a medical doctor and surgeon who treats a wide range of conditions affecting the head and neck, including ear problems (infections, hearing loss, dizziness), nasal and sinus issues (allergies, sinusitis, breathing problems), and throat conditions (voice disorders, swallowing problems, tonsillitis). She is also expertly trained in thyroid surgery and head/neck tumors.
- Do I need a referral to see an ENT?
- Dr. Price's office accepts most insurance plans. While some plans, like HMOs, require a referral from your primary care physician, others, like PPOs, do not. Please contact your insurance provider to confirm your specific coverage and referral needs before scheduling an appointment.
- What is a hearing test (audiogram) like?
- Dr. Price will conduct a simple, painless hearing test in a soundproof booth. You will wear headphones and indicate when you hear tones of different pitches and volumes. This helps her determine if you have any hearing loss and its severity.
- I have frequent sinus infections. When should I see an ENT instead of my primary care doctor?
- If your sinus infections are chronic (lasting more than 12 weeks), recurrent (happening 4 or more times a year), or not improving with your primary care doctor's treatment, you should consider seeing an ENT like Dr. Price. An ENT can perform a nasal endoscopy to better evaluate the issue and determine the underlying cause.
- Is it normal for my voice to be hoarse for a long time?
- Hoarseness from a cold or overuse should improve within a couple of weeks. If hoarseness persists longer than 2-3 weeks, it's important to schedule an appointment with Dr. Price. She can perform a laryngoscopy to evaluate the vocal cords and identify the underlying cause, which could include acid reflux, vocal cord nodules, or other conditions.
- My child gets a lot of ear infections. Do they need ear tubes?
- Ear tubes, or tympanostomy tubes, are often recommended for children with recurrent ear infections or persistent fluid buildup in the ear that impacts hearing. The tiny tubes help ventilate the middle ear and prevent fluid buildup. Dr. Price can evaluate your child to determine if they are a good candidate for this common and safe procedure.
- What is the difference between dizziness and vertigo?
- Dizziness is a general term for feeling lightheaded or unsteady. Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness, a spinning sensation as if you or the room is moving. Dr. Price can perform tests to diagnose the cause of vertigo, which often originates in the inner ear.
- I found a lump in my neck. What should I do?
- While many neck lumps are benign, like swollen lymph nodes from an infection, any persistent lump warrants evaluation. Dr. Price is an expert in diagnosing head and neck masses and can perform a thorough examination, including a biopsy if needed, to determine the cause.
3501 S Soncy Rd Ste 140
Amarillo TX 79119
Phone: (806) 355-5625
Amber Price, MD is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Medical Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1619173457
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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