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Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD

(5 Ratings)

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

University of Minnesota Medical School

Professional interests include: septoplasty, rhinoplasty, sinusitis (sinus inflammation), and more.

6801 S Yosemite Street Suite 200
Centennial, CO 80112

(303) 773-9000

Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD is a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO specializing in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School. Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD is affiliated with HealthOne, CommonSpirit Health - Mountain Region and HCA HealthONE Rose HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge.

Office Locations

CommonSpirit Health - Mountain Region

3003 E 3rd Avenue Suite 206
Denver, CO 80206

(303) 224-4711

(303) 388-0959

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3150 East 3rd Avenue Suite 300
Denver, CO 80206

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CommonSpirit Health - Mountain Region

6801 S Yosemite Street Suite 200
Centennial, CO 80112

(303) 773-9000

(303) 770-1449

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Some issues Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is any surgery done to change the shape and structure of the nose. It is commonly done for cosmetic purposes, but it may also be done to reduce breathing difficulties. Surgery may include any part of bone or cartilage of the nose. In some cases, cartilage is transplanted from the ear or rib to augment the nose.

Rhinoplasty may be done for reasons that are primarily about appearance, such as:

Changing the shape or size of the nose to better fit the proportions of the face
Lifting a downward tilt at the tip of the nose
Adjusting an asymmetrical nose
Closing unusually large nostrils
Reconstructing a nose that has been damaged after trauma.

Rhinoplasty may also be done to correct a deviated septum or other breathing impairment. In that case, the nasal structure is adjusted so that airflow is increased to a comfortable level.

Typically, rhinoplasty is only performed on adults because kids' and teens' faces are still growing and changing. After a rhinoplasty, healing will take 1-2 weeks, but subtle shifts in the face and occasional swelling can last up to a year.

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. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2023

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

Top 5%

By Volume:

home cardiorespiratory sleep study

sleep study

In 2023, Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD performed more home cardiorespiratory (type 3) sleep study, and sleep study procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Colorado.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2012 were CT scan and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	14
CT scan	17
doctor visit	118

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2013 were CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	12
doctor visit	124

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	51

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	25
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2013

Hypertension	34
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2014 were CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	14
doctor visit	95

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	42

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	15
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2014

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2017 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	149
ear procedures	13

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	52
Female	48

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	82
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2017

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	67
hospital care	79
inpatient care	79

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	36

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	27
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	34
Diabetes	37
Dementia	13
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	100
inpatient care	100

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	29
Female	25

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	36
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	21
From 75 to 84	18
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	59
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	28
Heart Failure	44
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	44
Dementia	20
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2020 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	93
ear procedures	14

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	51

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2020

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	16
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2021 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	126
ear procedures	27

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	43

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	20
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2021

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	14
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2022 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	157
ear procedures	18

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	53
Female	54

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	95
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	37
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2022

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	15
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO during 2023 were ear procedures and sleep study.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	200
ear procedures	33
sleep study	29

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	67

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	113
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	40
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD in 2023

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	25
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated as a facial plastic surgeon in Denver, CO were hospital care, inpatient care, sleep study and ear procedures.

blood draw	14
CT scan	14
doctor visit	125
ear procedures	21
hospital care	89
inpatient care	89
sleep study	29

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD.

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	41

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	41
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	21
85 and over	0
Less than 65	2
65 to 74	42

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	4
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School. He completed residency at University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology (ABO) Sleep Medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School

Residency: University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology (ABO) Sleep Medicine

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

HealthOne

CommonSpirit Health - Mountain Region

HCA HealthONE Rose HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD has a good overall rating with an average of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Raj P. Terkonda, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Denver, CO.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Aerin Medical Inc.	$29,371 VIVAER STYLUS $24,863	RHINAER STYLUS $3,882	RHINAER $19	$607
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.	$3,451 Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation System $2,266	Inspire $1,185
Acclarent, Inc	$983 Rhinology $359	OtherNA $174	RELIEVA Spin Balloon Sinuplasty System $127	ACCLARENT AERA Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation System $104	TruDi Nav Cable $93	Other $124
Stryker Corporation	$679 ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM $169	NA $154	VSP SYSTEM, VSP CRANIAL $115	CLARIFIX CRYOTHERAPY DEVICE $69	ENTELLUS - ENTELLUS MEDICAL REINFORCED ANESTHESIA NEEDLE $46	Other $125
Allergan Inc.	$586 BOTOX $6	$580
Other	$4,242 remede System $301	BOTOX $175	Latera $174	NUCALA $172	DERMACELL $168	Other $3,252

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$23,950
Food and Beverage	$12,684
Travel and Lodging	$2,602
Education	$77

Biography

Dr. Raj Terkonda is a facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist. After attending the University of Minnesota Medical School and the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, he completed his residency training at Hennepin County Medical Center and a hospital affiliated with the University of Minnesota. His clinical interests include sinusitis (sinus inflammation), rosacea, and nasal obstruction. Dr. Terkonda is rated 3.5 stars (out of 5) by his patients. Dr. Terkonda's hospital/clinic affiliations include CommonSpirit Health - Mountain Region and HealthOne.