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Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD

(Dr. Kristin Egan, M.D.)

(7 Ratings)

Specializes in: Facial Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

Professional interests include: tympanoplasty, myringoplasty, mucocele (mucous cyst), and more.

2809 North Sepulveda Boulevard
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

(310) 426-8415

Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD is a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA specializing in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). She graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD is affiliated with Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Providence, Torrance Memorial and Kristin Egan, MD, FACS.

Office Locations

2809 North Sepulveda Boulevard
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

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Some issues Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid surgery is a procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that regulates the hormones that manage metabolism. Thyroid surgery, also known as thyroidectomy, treats thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), goiters (noncancerous thyroid inflammation), and thyroid cancer. It may also be used to remove thyroid nodules or cysts that have a risk of becoming cancerous.

Both hypothyroidism and goiters are caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The thyroid reacts by releasing too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, impairing thyroid function and causing irregular metabolism. Goiters develop from the autoimmune reaction causing continued antibody damage to the thyroid over time. Thyroid goiters are large, swollen lumps that can be felt near the base of the neck. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. Hypothyroidism may also be caused by iodine deficiency, as iodine is needed to produce thyroid hormones.

The exact cause of thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts is unknown. While thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts can occur in individuals with thyroid disorders, they are not associated with a malfunctioning thyroid.

Physicians may prescribe thyroid surgery if blood tests reveal patients' thyroid stimulating hormones (TSA) are outside of the acceptable range, indicating a malfunctioning thyroid. Thyroid biopsies (tissue samples) and tests for thyroid-attacking antibodies are also criteria for surgery.

An ENT or general surgeon performs thyroid surgery. While a patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon makes an incision at the center of the neck and removes the thyroid gland. Two alternative methods of thyroid surgery are transoral (incision through the mouth) and endoscopic, where a surgeon operates a video camera for live footage to help guide the removal process.

Thyroid surgery requires minimal aftercare. Most patients recover quickly and resume normal activities within a few days of surgery. However, thyroid surgery patients must take daily synthetic thyroid medication (levothyroxine) for life to replace their removed thyroid.

Tonsillectomy

Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove both tonsils and is most widely used to treat tonsillitis (tonsil inflammation), which occurs when the tonsils (two tissue glands in the back of the throat) become infected and enlarged. Sleep disorders such as snoring and sleep apnea are frequently caused by tonsilitis. Similar conditions that tonsillectomy may treat include recurring throat infections (6 or more per year) and obstructed breathing from enlarged tonsils that block the airway.

Tonsillectomies are usually performed on children; however, many adults also undergo the procedure. A tonsillectomy generally only lasts for about half an hour following the administration of anesthesia. The otolaryngologist (ENT) or surgeon performing a tonsillectomy may employ a variety of medical techniques, such as:

Cold Knife Dissection: A cold knife dissection is the most popular tonsil removal method. A surgeon removes the tonsils using a steel scalpel and repairs the region with sutures (stitches) or electrocautery (high heat) to stop bleeding. This technique is favored for those with obstructed breathing.
Electrocautery: Other tonsillectomy methods include a full tonsil removal by electrocautery, where the surgeon uses a high heat device to burn off the tonsils and cauterize the bleeding tissue. Electrocautery is more painful than cold knife dissection.
Harmonic Scalpel: A third technique is where the surgeon uses a harmonic scalpel (vibrating bladed device) to first cut off the tonsils, and then coagulate bleeding using the harmonic scalpel's heat and vibration. Harmonic scalpel is the most precise form of tonsillectomy.
Radiofrequency Ablation: To perform the radiofrequency ablation technique, the surgeon places small probes into the tonsil that transmit radiofrequency energy to the tonsil tissue. The delivered energy damages and scars the tonsils, gradually minimizing the tonsils' size. Unlike the other three methods, radiofrequency ablation is performed in-office with or without general anesthesia and has minimal recovery time. Patients can expect to return to daily activities nearly immediately and may receive radiofrequency ablation every few months. While radiofrequency ablation does reduce tonsil inflammation, it is not often prescribed to those with severe tonsillitis or breathing disorders.

Patients are typically able to return home shortly after having their tonsils removed. Tonsillectomy recovery time may range from around ten days to two weeks. During this time, it is common for patients to have a sore throat, neck pain, and a hoarse voice. Patients are advised to consume soft foods such as ice cream and applesauce to avoid further throat irritation. After recovering from tonsillectomy, many patients experience improved breathing, reduced irritation, and an overall improved quality of life.

In The News

“Manhattan Beach transplant Dr. Kristin Egan wants you to know there's a new surgeon in town, and she's ready to sculpt and refine your face with the eye of an artist and the hand of an experienced...”—"Business Profile: Dr. Kristin Egan, Facial Plastic Surgeon", Daily Breeze, January 2011

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

impacted ear wax removal

By Affordability:

ear procedures

ear wax removal

impacted ear wax removal

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD performed more impacted ear wax removal procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and she also had a list price for ear procedures, ear wax removal, and impacted ear wax removal that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2012 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	111
ear procedures	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2013 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and nosebleed treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	337
ear procedures	124
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	34
minimally invasive procedures	67
nose surgery	33
nosebleed treatment	33

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	152
Black	32
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	38
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2013

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	40
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2014 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, nosebleed treatment and nose surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	342
ear procedures	137
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	22
minimally invasive procedures	50
nose surgery	28
nosebleed treatment	28

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	103

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	132
Black	22
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	39
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2014

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2015 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, nosebleed treatment and nose surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	357
ear procedures	159
minimally invasive procedures	31
nose surgery	31
nosebleed treatment	31

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	162
Female	228

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	264
Black	48
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	154
From 75 to 84	128
85 and over	76
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2015

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	26
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2016 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, nosebleed treatment and nose surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	339
ear procedures	165
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
minimally invasive procedures	37
nose surgery	37
nosebleed treatment	37

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	87
Female	126

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	140
Black	34
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	86
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	52
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2016

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	31
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2017 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, nosebleed treatment and nose surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	437
ear procedures	187
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	18
minimally invasive procedures	38
nose surgery	20
nosebleed treatment	20

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	108
Female	121

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	168
Black	22
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	100
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	48
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2017

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	26
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2018 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	441
ear procedures	171
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	18
minimally invasive procedures	18

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	108

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	143
Black	20
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2018

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	27
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2019 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	426
ear procedures	189

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	113

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	156
Black	17
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	88
From 75 to 84	64
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2019

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	26
Dementia	13
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2020 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	328
ear procedures	160

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	78

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	109
Black	20
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2020

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	25
Dementia	13
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2021 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	382
ear procedures	189

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	72
Female	93

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	127
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2021

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	19
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA during 2022 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	349
ear procedures	187

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	95

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	115
Black	12
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD in 2022

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Manhattan Beach, CA were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, nosebleed treatment and nose surgery.

doctor visit	349
ear procedures	153
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	23
minimally invasive procedures	40
nose surgery	29
nosebleed treatment	29

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	83
Female	107

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	22
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	136
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	15
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	60
85 and over	23
Less than 65	8
65 to 74	80

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. She completed residency at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

Residency: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance

Providence

Torrance Memorial

Kristin Egan, MD, FACS

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Health Net HMO, CIGNA HMO and Health Net Cal MediConnect HMO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

Blue Shield of California

United Healthcare HMO

Anthem

Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

Health Net HMO

CIGNA HMO

Health Net Cal MediConnect HMO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD has a good overall rating with an average of 2.71 out of 5 stars based on 7 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Manhattan Beach, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kristin K. Egan, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intersect ENT, Inc.	$576 Propel $576
Entellus Medical, Inc.	$308 XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation System $308
Acclarent, Inc	$129 Rhinology $92	ACCLARENT CYCLOPS ENDOSCOPE $37
Galderma Laboratories, L.P.	$123 $123
Stryker Corporation	$114 ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM $53	MINIFESS BLAKESLEY FORCEPS STRAIGHT $26	ENTELLUS - FOCESS HD WIRELESS CAMERA $21	SHAVER SYSTEM $14
Other	$357 C Topical Solution 4 CII $41	QNASL $35	BOTOX COSMETIC $26	Xhance $23	Radiesse $22	Other $211

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,257
Consulting Fee	$300
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$50

Biography

Dr. Kristin Egan's medical specialty is facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Patient reviews placed Dr. Egan at an average of 2.5 stars (out of 5). Her areas of expertise include the following: neck abscess, otosclerosis, and throat abscess. Her professional affiliations include Torrance Memorial and Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance. United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Egan honors. Before performing her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), Dr. Egan attended Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University for medical school. She has received distinctions including Southern California Super Doctors and Southern California Rising Stars. Dr. Egan is conversant in Spanish.