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Dr. Thomas Opheim, MD
Duluth, MN
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Opheim, Hospitalist in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Thomas Opheim, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Duluth, MN. He is board certified. Dr. Opheim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Opheim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Opheim’s office at (218) 249-7960.
Is Dr. Opheim board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Opheim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Opheim speak?
Dr. Opheim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Opheim typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Opheim diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Opheim. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Opheim typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Opheim may include:
Please contact Dr. Opheim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Opheim accept my insurance?
Dr. Opheim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 249-7960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Opheim accept in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Opheim in Duluth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
HealthPartners
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Opheim's office located?
Dr. Thomas Opheim's Primary Practice
1001 E Superior St Ste L401
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 249-7960
What is Dr. Opheim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Opheim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740452812.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Opheim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Opheim
What is Dr. Thomas Opheim's specialty?
Dr. Opheim is a Hospitalist near Duluth, MN.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Thomas Opheim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Opheim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Lukes Hospital - Duluth. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Opheim accepting new patients in Duluth, MN?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Opheim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Opheim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Opheim's office at (218) 249-7960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Opheim?
Please contact Dr. Opheim's office at (218) 249-7960 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Opheim have?
Dr. Thomas Opheim is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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