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

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. --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR Medtronic ENT Propel Implants https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/healthcare-professionals/specialties/ear-nose-throat.html --- 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. --- 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 --- 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]

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