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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tomlinson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Kara Tomlinson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tomlinson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tomlinson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tomlinson’s office.
Is Dr. Tomlinson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kara Tomlinson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tomlinson speak?
Dr. Tomlinson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tomlinson typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tomlinson 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. Tomlinson. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tomlinson typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kara Tomlinson may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Tomlinson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tomlinson accept my insurance?
Dr. Tomlinson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tomlinson accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Tomlinson in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthPartners
Medica Group
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
PrimeWest Health
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tomlinson's office located?
What is Dr. Tomlinson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tomlinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518120591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tomlinson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tomlinson
What is Dr. Kara Tomlinson's specialty?
Dr. Tomlinson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Minneapolis, MN.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Kara Tomlinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tomlinson is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Hcmc Red Building, Fairview Ridges Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kara Tomlinson accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Kara Tomlinson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Tomlinson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tomlinson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Tomlinson?
Please contact Dr. Tomlinson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Tomlinson have?
Dr. Kara Tomlinson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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