John Clinger, MD
John Clinger, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Nasal Polyps
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Conditions and Treatments
- Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery
- Turbinate Hypertrophy
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Sinus Cancer
- Chronic Nose Bleeds
- Deviated Septum
- Skull Base Tumors
- Mucoceles
Ratings and Reviews
4.9165 Ratings 32 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.8 |
| Cared about me | 4.9 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.8 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.9 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- July 3, 2022 Very good Dr.
- July 2, 2022 I really appreciate Dr Clinger kindness and taking care of me
- June 30, 2022 Thank you for clearing any questions I had concerning my annual check up. Helping me leave with clear understanding of what my condition showed for me.
- June 30, 2022 Doctor Clinger is the most caring doctor and his expertise will calm you in knowing you will be well taken care of. He truly cares about his patients. Everything was fully explained to me every step of the way.
- June 29, 2022 Excellent and wonderful person!
- June 25, 2022 The most caring and compassioned Doctor who make sure you understand everything and really cares about how you feel.The best doctor that i have seen in a long time,Has help me with my sinus problems
- June 9, 2022 Dr. Clinger is awesome! If I ever change it will be because of the separate facility charge which is not covered by my provider. I choose to eat that due to Dr Clinger and how much usually ends up hitting in my deductible. That extra billing is the only hesitation and concern I would relay to prospective patients.
- June 6, 2022 He is a wonderful doctor. He was able to get my sinus situation under control
- June 6, 2022 Listened to me
- June 5, 2022 He explains everything well. After exam show me pictures that he took in examing my sinuses
- May 30, 2022 I appreciate Dr. Clinger sharing and explaining results of CT scan.
- May 21, 2022 Competent, professional, attentive, and caring.
- May 15, 2022 Caring, friendly, kind and detailed.
- May 12, 2022 He did a good job with me
- May 12, 2022 Dr Clinger is a wonderful doctor. He is very caring and listens to you. No complaints.
- May 12, 2022 He's a gentleman, good manners does a good job with His patient's
- May 8, 2022 Dr. Clinger always explains current health issues with me-involves me in making decisions about my health problem-always pleasant and gentle with procedures that can be painful-I have a great deal of confidence in his care and concern about my sinus issues
- May 7, 2022 Very caring doctor
- May 7, 2022 He is easy to communicate with and explains procedures where they are easily understood. He puts you at complete ease. I am very happy with my surgery results.
- May 7, 2022 Dr. Clinger was professional, courteous, respectful and personable. Very smart and intelligent. Provided care to me as a person rather than a number of patients. I was very impressed at the care I received here, although this was my first visit to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. I do not mind driving from Greensboro, I will return anytime to receive care from him.
- April 28, 2022 He is very well versed in his field
- April 28, 2022 He’s a great doctor
- April 25, 2022 Wonderful doctor! He listens attentively, provides detailed feedback and in depth medical explanations, and very caring! I wouldn’t want any other doctor! Very thankful to have found Dr.Clinger!
- April 21, 2022 Friendliness and skill of staff and doctors.
- April 10, 2022 Dr. Clinger is very thorough and caring. I trust his knowledge and expertise.
- March 17, 2022 I trust he knows what he is doing and will do what is in my best interest. We are both going into this surgery with some unknowns with this polyp in my nose.
- February 24, 2022 Dr. Clinger truly cares about my health. He makes sure that I understand my condition, and provides me with options for treatment.
- February 24, 2022 Doctor Clinger has always explained my situation in detail and has made sure I understood and wanted me to ask questions.
- February 22, 2022 I like Dr. Clinger,s professional ability. I think he cares about his patients very much.
- February 19, 2022 He’s a wonderful doctor
- February 17, 2022 Really liked him. He listened to my issues, performed a thorough exam, and make the appropriate diagnosis. His treatment recommendations improved my condition.
- February 12, 2022 Dr. Clinger was very nice and explained everything to me.
Locations
Credentials
Education
- BS, Brigham Young University, 2002
- MD, Johns Hopkins University, 2006
Residency
- Otolaryngology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 2011
Fellowship
- Rhinology Sinus-Skull Base Surgery, Oregon Health Sciences University, 2012
Board Certifications
- American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Positions
- Physician
- Associate Professor, Otolaryngology
- Assistant Professor, Otolaryngology
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- The role of galactomannan Aspergillus antigen in diagnosing acute invasive fungal sinusitis. Melancon CC, Lindsey J, Russell GB, Clinger JD. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol. 2019 01; 9(1):60-66.
- The Use of Frozen Section in the Early Diagnosis of Acute Invasive Fungal Sinusitis. Melancon CC, Clinger JD. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2017 08; 157(2):314-319.
- Malpractice in treatment of sinonasal disease by otolaryngologists: a review of the past 10 years. Winford TW, Wallin JL, Clinger JD, Graham AM. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2015 Mar; 152(3):536-40.
- Quality-of-life outcomes following multiple revision endoscopic sinus surgery. Clinger JD, Mace JC, Smith TL. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol. 2012 Nov; 2(6):444-52.