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Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD

(Dr. Charles Anthony Amenta III, M.D.)

(7 Ratings)

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

University of Illinois College of Medicine (1985)

Professional interests include: sinus infection, nosebleeds, voice disorders, and more.

18161 Morris Avenue Suite 105
Homewood, IL 60430

(708) 799-5520

Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD is an otolaryngologist in Homewood, IL specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1985 and has 40 years of experience. Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD is affiliated with Advocate South Suburban Hospital, Advocate Health Care and Advocate Christ Medical Center.

Office Locations

Address:

18161 Morris Avenue Suite 105
Homewood, IL 60430

Some issues Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD can help you with:

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.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	17
diagnostic procedures	173
doctor visit	1340
ear procedures	200
hospital care	231
inpatient care	232
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	40
nose surgery	21
nosebleed treatment	20
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	11

**Gender**
Male	405
Female	643

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	706
Black	295
Hispanic	33
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	369
From 75 to 84	334
85 and over	227
Less than 65	118

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	35
Dementia	13
Cancer	14

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	32
diagnostic procedures	191
doctor visit	1189
ear procedures	259
hospital care	187
inpatient care	188
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	25
minimally invasive procedures	45
nose surgery	20
nosebleed treatment	19

**Gender**
Male	378
Female	562

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	644
Black	255
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	324
From 75 to 84	314
85 and over	209
Less than 65	93

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	36
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	43
diagnostic procedures	141
doctor visit	1153
ear procedures	193
hospital care	168
inpatient care	169
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	29
nose surgery	10
nosebleed treatment	9

**Gender**
Male	712
Female	1144

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1240
Black	514
Hispanic	62
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	656
From 75 to 84	528
85 and over	466
Less than 65	206

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	36
Dementia	13
Cancer	14

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	29
diagnostic procedures	147
doctor visit	1150
ear procedures	200
hospital care	151
inpatient care	152
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	27
minimally invasive procedures	40
nose surgery	13
nosebleed treatment	26

**Gender**
Male	351
Female	554

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	594
Black	256
Hispanic	33
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	315
From 75 to 84	294
85 and over	193
Less than 65	103

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	37
Dementia	16
Cancer	12

**Gender**
Male	322
Female	527

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	538
Black	262
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	306
From 75 to 84	265
85 and over	180
Less than 65	98

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	38
Dementia	15
Cancer	13

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	21
diagnostic procedures	169
doctor visit	1020
ear procedures	187
hospital care	78
inpatient care	66
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	21
minimally invasive procedures	20
nosebleed treatment	16
outpatient care	12

**Gender**
Male	318
Female	544

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	553
Black	255
Hispanic	29
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	307
From 75 to 84	293
85 and over	172
Less than 65	90

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	36
Dementia	13
Cancer	15

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	14
diagnostic procedures	144
doctor visit	1118
ear procedures	169
hospital care	62
inpatient care	63
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	46
minimally invasive procedures	45

**Gender**
Male	356
Female	543

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	548
Black	294
Hispanic	29
Asian	12
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	314
From 75 to 84	310
85 and over	175
Less than 65	100

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	36
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

diagnostic procedures	183
doctor visit	960
ear procedures	179
hospital care	35
inpatient care	36
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	36
minimally invasive procedures	35

**Gender**
Male	286
Female	445

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	465
Black	223
Hispanic	22
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	256
From 75 to 84	278
85 and over	136
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	36
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	251
doctor visit	1054
ear procedures	247
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	29
minimally invasive procedures	28

**Gender**
Male	269
Female	488

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	481
Black	237
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	284
From 75 to 84	270
85 and over	150
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	34
Dementia	11
Cancer	13

diagnostic procedures	444
doctor visit	1019
ear procedures	440
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	35
minimally invasive procedures	34
nosebleed treatment	12

**Gender**
Male	281
Female	490

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	484
Black	236
Hispanic	22
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	281
From 75 to 84	289
85 and over	147
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	36
Dementia	7
Cancer	18

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Homewood, IL were ear procedures, diagnostic procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	26
diagnostic procedures	199
doctor visit	1108
ear procedures	228
hospital care	134
inpatient care	132
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	29
minimally invasive procedures	35
nose surgery	16
nosebleed treatment	17
outpatient care	12
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD.

**Gender**
Male	367
Female	594

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	282
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	625
Hispanic	29
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	4

**Age**
75 to 84	317
85 and over	205
Less than 65	97
65 to 74	341

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD From 2013 - 2022

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

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	36
Atrial Fibrillation	14
Cancer	13
Dementia	12

Education & Training

Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1985. He is certified by the Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (1985)

Board Certification: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Advocate South Suburban Hospital

Advocate Health Care

Advocate Christ Medical Center

Insurance Information

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Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: HFN, Blue Advantage PPO, Humana PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, PHCS PPO, United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO, Aetna Choice POS II, Medicare Advantage, MultiPlan PPO, Blue Cross PPO, AARP, CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, Blue Advantage HMO, Blue Cross Medicare Advantage PPO, United Healthcare Select Plus POS, Coventry PPO, United Healthcare Options PPO, United Healthcare Indemnity, Humana National POS - Open Access, United Healthcare Choice Plus POS, Humana HMO, Aetna, Humana HMO Premier, Unicare PPO, Golden Rule, Humana Platinum HMO, TRICARE Prime, Aetna POS, Aetna QPOS, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Choice PPO, Aetna Open Access HMO, Humana, Cigna, Community Care Network (CCN), TRICARE, Coventry, Aetna Open Access Aetna Select, Aetna Select, Humana National HMO, Humana National EPO, HealthLink PPO, Aetna Choice POS, United Healthcare Navigate HMO, Aetna EPO, First Health, Humana ChoiceCare PPO, Aetna PPO, HFN EPO, Aetna HMO, HFN PPO, HFN Platinum EPO, Union Health Services, Inc., HST Care Connect PPO, Blue Cross Medicare Supplement PPO, United Surest (previously Bind), Blue Cross Community MMAI, Health Alliance Employee EPO, AAH UMR Select - Team Member Plan, HST Care Connect EPO, SEIU - Local 4 HMO, Meridian, SEIU - Local 4 PPO, Union Medical Care PPO, Blue Precision HMO, Union Medical (Local 1546) HMO, BlueCare Direct HMO, Blue Cross HMO Illinois and AAH UMR Preferred - Team Member Plan.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

HFN

Blue Advantage PPO

Humana PPO

Aetna Medicare PPO

PHCS PPO

United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO

Aetna Choice POS II

Medicare Advantage

MultiPlan PPO

Blue Cross PPO

AARP

CIGNA Choice Fund PPO

Blue Advantage HMO

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage PPO

United Healthcare Select Plus POS

Coventry PPO

United Healthcare Options PPO

United Healthcare Indemnity

Humana National POS - Open Access

United Healthcare Choice Plus POS

Humana HMO

Aetna

Humana HMO Premier

Unicare PPO

Golden Rule

Humana Platinum HMO

TRICARE Prime

Aetna POS

Aetna QPOS

United Healthcare

Aetna Open Choice PPO

Aetna Open Access HMO

Humana

Cigna

Community Care Network (CCN)

TRICARE

Coventry

Aetna Open Access Aetna Select

Aetna Select

Humana National HMO

Humana National EPO

HealthLink PPO

Aetna Choice POS

United Healthcare Navigate HMO

Aetna EPO

First Health

Humana ChoiceCare PPO

Aetna PPO

HFN EPO

Aetna HMO

HFN PPO

HFN Platinum EPO

Union Health Services, Inc.

HST Care Connect PPO

Blue Cross Medicare Supplement PPO

United Surest (previously Bind)

Blue Cross Community MMAI

Health Alliance Employee EPO

AAH UMR Select - Team Member Plan

HST Care Connect EPO

SEIU - Local 4 HMO

Meridian

SEIU - Local 4 PPO

Union Medical Care PPO

Blue Precision HMO

Union Medical (Local 1546) HMO

BlueCare Direct HMO

Blue Cross HMO Illinois

AAH UMR Preferred - Team Member Plan

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Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.86 out of 5 stars based on 7 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Charles A. Amenta III, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Homewood, IL.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$100 RAGWITEK $100
Cochlear Americas	$73 Baha $73

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$173

Biography

Dr. Charles Amenta, who practices in Homewood, IL, is a medical specialist in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Areas of expertise for Dr. Amenta include hearing aids, hearing loss, and nasal obstruction. Dr. Amenta is professionally affiliated with Advocate Christ Medical Center and Advocate South Suburban Hospital. Aetna EPO, Blue California, and Coventry are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Amenta honors. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Medicine.

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