Dr. Larry Hartzell

Name: Dr. Larry Hartzell

Specialty: Otolaryngology ENT

Subspecialty: Pediatric Otolaryngology ENT

Qualification/Board Certification: board certification is not listed in the provided profile

Affiliation(s): Arkansas Children’s Hospital, UAMS Medical Center, Arkansas Children’s Hospital-Northwest

Location: Little Rock, Arkansas

Languages Spoken: Spanish, English

Accepting New Patients: Online appointment booking is shown; patients should confirm directly with the office

NPI Number: 1831210806

Source: Uploaded U.S. News doctor profile

About the Doctor

Dr. Larry Hartzell is an ENT specialist who provides care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, head, and neck. His subspecialty in pediatric otolaryngology means he focuses on ENT concerns in infants, children, and adolescents, including ear infections, hearing problems, tonsil concerns, sinus issues, breathing problems, and other head and neck conditions.

Dr. Hartzell practices in Little Rock, Arkansas, and works with Arkansas Children’s Hospital. His profile lists him as a Patients’ Top Choice provider and shows a 5 out of 5 patient rating based on 7 reviews. Patient experience ratings highlight follow-up care, time spent with patients, bedside manner, and attentiveness.

Key profile highlights include:

• More than 21 years of medical experience
• Specialty focus in otolaryngology ENT
• Subspecialty focus in pediatric otolaryngology
• Provides ENT care for children and adolescents
• Affiliated with Arkansas Children’s Hospital
• Affiliated with UAMS Medical Center
• Affiliated with Arkansas Children’s Hospital-Northwest
• 5 out of 5 patient rating listed on the profile
• Speaks Spanish and English

Education & Training

Dr. Hartzell’s education and training include medical school, internship, residency, and fellowship training in pediatric otolaryngology.

Medical School: University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson

Internship: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine, Transitional Year, 2005–2006

Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine, Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, 2005–2010

Fellowship/Additional Training: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine, Pediatric Otolaryngology, 2010–2012

Arkansas Medical License: Active through 2028

Medical Conditions Treated

As a pediatric ENT specialist, Dr. Hartzell may treat ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions in children and adolescents. Pediatric ENT doctors often help families manage recurring symptoms, structural concerns, and conditions that affect hearing, breathing, sleep, speech, or swallowing.

Common conditions treated may include:

• Ear infections
• Hearing problems
• Tonsil problems
• Adenoid problems
• Sinus infections
• Nasal congestion
• Allergic nasal symptoms
• Sleep apnea-related ENT concerns
• Snoring in children
• Throat concerns
• Voice or swallowing problems
• Head and neck concerns
• Pediatric breathing concerns
• Balance or ear pressure concerns
• General pediatric ENT disorders

Medical Procedures Performed

ENT specialists provide diagnostic exams, medical treatment, and surgical care when needed. Pediatric otolaryngologists perform procedures designed for children’s ENT needs and may coordinate care with pediatricians, audiologists, speech specialists, and hospital teams.

Common procedures and treatments may include:

• Pediatric ENT consultation
• Ear, nose, and throat examination
• Hearing-related evaluation
• Ear infection evaluation
• Tonsil and adenoid evaluation
• Sinus and nasal evaluation
• Sleep apnea-related ENT evaluation
• Head and neck examination
• Review of symptoms and medical history
• Medication management for ENT conditions
• Pre-surgical evaluation when needed
• Post-surgical follow-up care
• Referrals for hearing tests or imaging when needed
• Coordination with pediatric specialists

Services Offered

Dr. Hartzell provides pediatric ENT services for children with ear, nose, throat, head, and neck concerns. His care may include evaluating symptoms, explaining treatment options to families, recommending medications or procedures, and coordinating hospital-based care when needed.

Services may include:

• Pediatric otolaryngology visits
• Ear infection care
• Hearing concern evaluation
• Tonsil and adenoid care
• Sinus and nasal symptom evaluation
• Sleep-related breathing concern evaluation
• Pediatric throat and voice assessment
• Head and neck symptom evaluation
• ENT follow-up care for children
• Parent and caregiver education
• Review of test results and care plans
• Coordination with Arkansas Children’s Hospital
• Referrals for advanced testing or specialty care when needed

Patients and parents should contact the office directly to confirm current services, appointment availability, telehealth options, referral requirements, and insurance participation.

Accepted Insurances

The provided profile lists the following accepted insurance plans:

• Aetna
• AR State Medicaid
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
• Cigna
• Elevance
• Medica
• United Healthcare
• Medicaid

Accepted plan types listed include:

• EPO
• HMO
• Medicaid
• Medicare
• POS
• PPO

Patients should confirm coverage directly with the doctor’s office and insurance provider before scheduling an appointment.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 1 Children’s Way, Slot 836, Little Rock, AR 72202

Phone: (501) 364-7546

Location 2
No second office location is listed in the provided profile.

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Hartzell is affiliated with:

• Arkansas Children’s Hospital, Little Rock, AR
• UAMS Medical Center, Little Rock, AR
• Arkansas Children’s Hospital-Northwest, Springdale, AR