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Dr. Thomas Grissom, MD

Baltimore, MD

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Grissom, Anesthesiologist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Thomas Grissom, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Grissom graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Anesthesiology. Dr. Grissom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Grissom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Grissom’s office at (410) 328-4124.

    Where did Dr. Grissom go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Grissom board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Grissom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Grissom speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Grissom typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Grissom 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. Grissom. 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 here.

    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:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Necrotizing Fasciitis
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Flesh-eating disease
    • Necrotizing soft tissue infection
    • Gangrene

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M726: Necrotizing fasciitis

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Site Infection
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-specific surgical infection
    • Other post-operative infection
    • Unspecified surgical wound infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8149XA: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Grissom typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Grissom 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. Grissom. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Does Dr. Grissom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Grissom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-4124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Grissom accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Grissom in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Grissom's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Grissom's Primary Practice

    22 S Greene St

    Baltimore, MD 21201

    (410) 328-4124

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

    Dr. Grissom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740221902.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Grissom?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Grissom's specialty?

    Dr. Grissom is a Anesthesiologist near Baltimore, MD.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Grissom is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center At Easton 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

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    Is Thomas Grissom accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Grissom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Grissom's office at (410) 328-4124 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Grissom?

    Please contact Dr. Grissom's office at (410) 328-4124 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Grissom have?

    Dr. Thomas Grissom is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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