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Dr. Michael Cho, MD

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Accepting New Patients

(6 Ratings)

Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (1993)

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

26726 Crown Valley Parkway Suite 200
Mission Viejo, CA 92691

(949) 364-4361

Dr. Michael Cho, MD is an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1993 and has 33 years of experience. Dr. Michael Cho, MD is affiliated with MemorialCare, Saddleback Medical Center, Providence Medical Foundation, Greater Newport Physicians, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Providence, Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna Beach, HEAD AND NECK ASSOCIATES OF ORANGE COUNTY AN INCORPRATE, Mission Hospital Leonard Cancer Institute - Mission Viejo, MemorialCare Medical Group MemorialCare Independent Physicians, Providence Affiliated Physicians, Mission and Providence Mission Hospital - Mission Viejo.

Office Locations

26726 Crown Valley Parkway Suite 200
Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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Greater Newport Physicians

24411 Health Center Drive Suite 370
Laguna Hills, CA

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24411 Health Center Drive Suite 370
Laguna Hills, CA 92653

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Some issues Dr. Michael Cho, 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.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2023

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

Top 5%

By Volume:

maxillofacial CT scan

In 2023, Dr. Michael Cho, MD performed more maxillofacial (jaw/face) CT scan procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 10%

By Volume:

impacted ear wax removal

In 2023, Dr. Michael Cho, MD performed more impacted ear wax removal procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 25%

By Volume:

debridement

ear procedures

endoscopy

By Affordability:

endoscopic nasal biopsy

endoscopic nasal debridement

endoscopic nasal polypectomy

endoscopic nasal surgery

endoscopic sinus surgery

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Michael Cho, MD performed more debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), ear procedures, and endoscopy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for endoscopic nasal biopsy, endoscopic nasal debridement, endoscopic nasal polypectomy, endoscopic nasal surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery, mastoid debridement, nasal endoscopy, nose surgery, sinus surgery, and stroboscopy 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. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2012 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	102
doctor visit	954
ear procedures	229
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	125
minimally invasive procedures	146
nose surgery	21
nosebleed treatment	21
stroboscopy	49

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2013 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	89
doctor visit	975
ear procedures	223
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	116
minimally invasive procedures	137
nose surgery	21
nosebleed treatment	21
stroboscopy	71

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	273
Female	328

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	507
Black	0
Hispanic	29
Asian	46
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	288
From 75 to 84	184
85 and over	92
Less than 65	37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2013

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2014 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	73
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	42
doctor visit	973
ear procedures	308
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	123
minimally invasive procedures	123
stroboscopy	71

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	278
Female	329

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	503
Black	0
Hispanic	21
Asian	64
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	289
From 75 to 84	191
85 and over	97
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2014

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2015 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	76
doctor visit	984
ear procedures	240
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	140
minimally invasive procedures	140
stroboscopy	52

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	566
Female	666

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1020
Black	0
Hispanic	46
Asian	112
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	556
From 75 to 84	436
85 and over	180
Less than 65	60

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2015

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2016 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	74
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	32
doctor visit	1002
ear procedures	316
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	106
minimally invasive procedures	106
stroboscopy	75

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	317
Female	334

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	538
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	56
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	314
From 75 to 84	216
85 and over	93
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2016

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	22
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2017 were ear procedures, CT scan, stroboscopy and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	98
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	62
doctor visit	1024
ear procedures	383
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	75
minimally invasive procedures	75
stroboscopy	87

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	275
Female	349

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	499
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	68
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	248
From 75 to 84	262
85 and over	86
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2017

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	21
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2018 were ear procedures, stroboscopy, CT scan and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	114
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	52
doctor visit	1149
ear procedures	402
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	81
minimally invasive procedures	99
nose surgery	18
nosebleed treatment	18
stroboscopy	159

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	313
Female	378

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	558
Black	0
Hispanic	24
Asian	85
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	291
From 75 to 84	281
85 and over	100
Less than 65	19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2018

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2019 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, CT scan and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	115
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	110
diagnostic procedures	44
doctor visit	1272
ear procedures	466
excision	44
gynecologic procedures	44
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	79
minimally invasive procedures	152
nose surgery	73
nosebleed treatment	18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	44
stroboscopy	101

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	345
Female	421

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	615
Black	0
Hispanic	31
Asian	87
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	316
From 75 to 84	333
85 and over	97
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2019

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Dementia	11
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2020 were ear procedures, CT scan, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	148
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	69
doctor visit	1131
ear procedures	388
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	87
minimally invasive procedures	87
stroboscopy	22

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	308
Female	348

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	533
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	62
Other	31
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	281
From 75 to 84	264
85 and over	88
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2020

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2021 were ear procedures, CT scan, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	169
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	64
doctor visit	1261
ear procedures	540
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	75
minimally invasive procedures	88
nose surgery	13
nosebleed treatment	13
stroboscopy	24

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	336
Female	412

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	607
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	80
Other	35
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	313
From 75 to 84	315
85 and over	109
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2021

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA during 2022 were ear procedures, CT scan, stroboscopy and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	191
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	100
diagnostic procedures	34
doctor visit	1251
ear procedures	525
excision	34
gynecologic procedures	34
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	45
minimally invasive procedures	79
nose surgery	34
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	34
stroboscopy	115

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	342
Female	395

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	592
Black	0
Hispanic	29
Asian	81
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	281
From 75 to 84	332
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD in 2022

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	24
Dementia	7
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Michael Cho, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Mission Viejo, CA were ear procedures, CT scan, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

CT scan	113
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	66
diagnostic procedures	39
doctor visit	1088
ear procedures	365
excision	39
gynecologic procedures	39
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	95
minimally invasive procedures	112
nose surgery	30
nosebleed treatment	18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	39

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	304
Female	360

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	67
Non-Hispanic White	542
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	21
Other	6

**Age**
75 to 84	255
85 and over	85
Less than 65	23
65 to 74	288

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Cho, MD From 2012 - 2022

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

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Education & Training

Dr. Michael Cho, MD graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1993. He completed residency at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (1993)

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

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

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Michael Cho, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MemorialCare

Saddleback Medical Center

Providence Medical Foundation

Greater Newport Physicians

Children's Hospital of Orange County

Providence

Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna Beach

HEAD AND NECK ASSOCIATES OF ORANGE COUNTY AN INCORPRATE

Mission Hospital Leonard Cancer Institute - Mission Viejo

MemorialCare Medical Group MemorialCare Independent Physicians

Providence Affiliated Physicians, Mission

Providence Mission Hospital - Mission Viejo

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. Michael Cho, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Providence, Health Net HMO and CIGNA HMO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Michael Cho, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

Blue Shield of California

United Healthcare HMO

Anthem

Medicare Advantage

Providence

Health Net HMO

CIGNA HMO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Michael Cho, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Michael Cho, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Mission Viejo, CA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-01-06

I have been a patient of Dr. Cho for 6+ years and I would recommend him to anyone. After many years of swimmers ear infections, I developed a condition that required multiple surgeries. Dr. Cho was the surgeon on both occasions. He explained the entire process from start to finish and what to expect during recovery. He is very clear and makes diagnosis digestible for the average person outside the medical field. He saved my hearing and prevented further complications from developing in the future. I continue to see Dr. Cho for routine check ups, and everything is great. My hearing is in good health thanks to him! His staff are always nice and helpful with appointment scheduling. Very appreciate of Dr. Cho and HNAOC!

General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Medtronic, Inc.	$325 TruClear $306	PTEye $18
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$301 NUCALA $301
Optinose US, Inc.	$289 Xhance $289
Stryker Corporation	$288 ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM $130	XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM $62	ENTELLUS - FIAGON SINUS NAVIGATION SYSTEM $60	2 DRAWER $37
Entellus Medical, Inc.	$286 XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation System $255	ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM $16	XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation Tool $14
Other	$1,477 DUPIXENT $206	NUVENT $187	Image Guided Surgery Products $152	Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation System $106	FUSION $89	Other $738

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,966

Biography

Dr. Michael Cho specializes in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) and practices in Mission Viejo, CA, Laguna Hills, CA, and Irvine, CA. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Cho include neck abscess, otosclerosis, and throat abscess. Dr. Cho is professionally affiliated with Greater Newport Physicians, Children's Hospital of Orange County, and Saddleback Medical Center. He seems to honor United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. According to Providence Medical Foundation, new patients are welcome to contact Dr. Cho's office in Mission Viejo, CA. Before performing his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), Dr. Cho attended the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He speaks Korean.