Nasal Polyp Evaluation and Treatment in Torrance, CA
A Torrance nasal-polyp consultation should include the objective finding and its clinical effect.

Clinical Overview
About Nasal Polyp Evaluation in Torrance
Nasal polyps are inflammatory growths inside the nose or sinuses that can contribute to obstruction and reduced smell. Evaluation considers chronic sinus disease, asthma, medication reactions, prior surgery, and objective nasal findings.
Note smell loss, one- or two-sided blockage, drainage, asthma, previous sinus operations, and any respiratory reaction after aspirin or another NSAID. These details help identify related inflammatory disease and factors that influence recurrence.
Allergy care and otolaryngology may both be involved, and options depend on burden, comorbid conditions, and prior response. One-sided bleeding, facial swelling, or rapid change needs prompt assessment.
Tell Torrance staff how polyps were identified and whether surgery has occurred.
For a broader clinical overview, read the nasal polyp evaluation guide.
Local clinic: Modena Health Torrance, 23600 Telo Avenue, Suite 130, Torrance, CA 90505. Phone: 310-833-1334.
Clinical references: AAO-HNS: Adult Sinusitis Guideline and AAAAI: Nasal Polyps.
Torrance Care Team
Torrance Clinicians for Allergy and Airway Coordination
Patient Experience
A Published Allergy Care Experience From Torrance
“I had such an amazing experience at Modena! I’ve been dealing with allergies forever and it wasn’t until I saw Dr. Tchekmedyian that I truly felt like there could be a solution. He is so kind and really gets to the root of your allergies. I’m so happy to be on a path to managing my allergies. The office is beautiful and the nursing staff are fantastic!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Nasal Polyp Evaluation Questions in Torrance
The visit clarifies whether symptoms and available examination or imaging support nasal polyps and which related inflammatory conditions may affect the treatment plan.
Care may involve topical therapy, short courses of other medicines, biologic assessment, or coordination with otolaryngology. The appropriate option depends on severity, recurrence, comorbidities, and prior treatment.
Relevant information includes sinus imaging, endoscopy, and operative reports, details about smell loss, obstruction, asthma, and NSAID reactions, and nasal medicines and treatments already tried. This context helps the clinician focus on evidence that can change diagnosis, treatment, or day-to-day care.
Insurance for This Service
Insurance for Nasal Polyps Evaluation and Treatment at Torrance
Modena Health Torrance participates with the plans and networks below. Clinic participation does not guarantee coverage for this service under every plan product.
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Cross of California and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
- Blue Shield of California / FEP
- Blue Zone Health Network of California (IPA)
- Cigna
- First Health
- Health Net
- Humana
- Medicare
- Optum California
- Optum Monarch (IPA) / Medical Group Network
- Optum Serve
- Prime Health Services
- SCAN Health Plan
- South Bay Independent Physicians Medical Group (SBIP)
- TriWest – TRICARE
- TriWest Alliance VA Community Care Network
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Clinic participation, service availability and coverage are separate. Referrals, prior authorization and patient costs depend on the exact plan product. Call the clinic with the plan name shown on the member ID card to confirm current details.





