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Dr. George Thomas, MD

Dr. George Thomas, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in New York, NY?

    George Thomas, MD serves as the Director of the Weill Cornell-NYP Cardiac Device Clinic. Raised in Florida, Dr. Thomas received his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University and medical degree from Vanderbilt University. Dr. Thomas completed an internal medicine residency at Washington University in St. Louis before going on to recieve cardiology and electrophysiology fellowship training from the Cleveland Clinic. Currently, Dr. Thomas practices electrophysiology as a full-time faculty member at Weill Cornell Medical College. He specializes in the treatment of heart rhythm disorders and performs a variety of procedures including: catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter; catheter ablation of ventricular tachycardia; implantation and extraction of CRT devices, ICD's and pacemakers; management of palpitations and syncope.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Thomas?

    Dr. George Thomas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Thomas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Thomas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

    Dr. Thomas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Thomas treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • SVT
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Other Pacemaker Part Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Component Care
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • AICD Management
    • Defibrillator Adjustment
    • ICD Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Second-Degree AV Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Second-degree heart block
    • Partial heart block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I441: Atrioventricular block, second degree

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Thomas perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Thomas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Thomas. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
    • Pacemaker generator exchange
    • Pacemaker pulse generator replacement
    • Pacemaker device replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
    • 33229: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Removal
    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement (Single Lead)
    • ICD Pulse Generator Removal
    • Implantable Defibrillator Explant
    • Defibrillator Battery Removal
    • Heart Defibrillator Device Removal
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Replacement
    • Single Lead Defibrillator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only
    • 33262: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; single lead system

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
    • Defibrillator Device Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Left Atrial Appendage Closure
    • LAA Closure
    • Watchman Procedure
    • Heart Appendage Sealing
    • Stroke Prevention Device Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
    • Transcatheter Pacemaker
    • Wireless Pacemaker Implant
    • Right Ventricular Pacemaker

    CPT Codes:

    • 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Defibrillator Wires (Transvenous)
    • Implantable Defibrillator Lead Extraction
    • Transvenous Electrode Removal
    • ICD Lead Removal
    • Heart Device Lead Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33244: Removal of single or dual chamber implantable defibrillator electrode(s); by transvenous extraction

    Also known as:

    • Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
    • X-Rays
    • Extremity Venography
    • Venogram Injection
    • Vein Imaging Injection
    • Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray

    CPT Codes:

    • 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Battery Replacement
    • ICD Generator Replacement
    • Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system

    Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Thomas in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Weill Cornell Medicine

    Weill Cornell Medicine

    520 East 70th Street, Starr Pavilion, 4th Floor

    New York, NY 10021

    (917) 300-0553

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    What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154580785.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thomas

    What is Dr. George Thomas's specialty?

    Dr. Thomas is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near New York, NY. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Thomas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. George Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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

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    Is George Thomas accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. George Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Thomas?

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