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Dr. Thomas Lee, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist

Huntsville, AL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Lee, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Thomas Lee, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (210) 575-7000.

    What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lee typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lee typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Lee may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Lee's Primary Practice

    245 Governors Dr SE

    Huntsville, AL 35801

    (210) 575-7000

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    Dr. Thomas Lee's Practice 2

    PO Box 11407

    Birmingham, AL 35246

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

    Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588821797.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Lee's specialty?

    Dr. Lee is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Huntsville, AL.

    What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.

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

    No, Dr. Lee is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Thomas Lee accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Lee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (210) 575-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Lee?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (210) 575-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Lee's offices are located in Huntsville, AL and Birmingham, AL.