Ep. 181 Localized Drug Delivery for CRS with Dr. Rajiv Pandit

BackTable ENT

Before bringing a new device into your practice, it’s prudent to understand the science behind, indications for, and insurance coverage of that device. In this episode, Dr. Rajiv Pandit, comprehensive otolaryngologist at Dallas ENT Head & Neck Surgery Center, joins BackTable to discuss his success treating sinusitis with drug-eluting stents.

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SYNPOSIS

First, Dr. Pandit shares the benefits of localized drug delivery, including fewer systemic steroid effects and improved compliance. He shares his experience deploying Propel and SINUVA stents to treat sinusitis. Then, Dr. Pandit shares his workflow for treating sinusitis, including patient education, anesthesia protocols, stent placement, and billing. The episode wraps with his tips on incorporating a new device into your practice.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

02:44 - Dr. Rajiv Pandit’s Path to Treating Sinusitis in Private Practice

04:31 - Understanding Local Drug Delivery for Sinus Disease

06:17 - The Evolution of Propel & Sinuva Sinus Stents

18:33 - Contraindications & Post-Op Protocols

32:35 - Understanding Insurance Coverage & Preauthorization

37:47 - Patient Education & Long-Term Treatment Plans

48:10 - Anesthetic Protocols for In-Office Sinonasal Procedures

54:48 - Bringing Drug-Eluting Sinus Stents to Your Practice

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RESOURCES

Dr. Pandit’s Dallas ENT Profile:

https://www.dallasent.com/providers/rajiv-pandit

Dallas ENT Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/dallas.ent/embed/

Dr. Pandit’s Email:

[email protected]