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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tomao, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Lauren Tomao, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Tomao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tomao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tomao’s office at (718) 250-8000.
Is Dr. Tomao board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Tomao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tomao speak?
Dr. Tomao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tomao typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tomao 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. Tomao. 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tomao typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Tomao 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. Tomao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tomao accept my insurance?
Dr. Tomao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 250-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tomao accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Tomao in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tomao's office located?
What is Dr. Tomao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tomao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699931055.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tomao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tomao
What is Dr. Lauren Tomao's specialty?
Dr. Tomao is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Lauren Tomao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tomao is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Mount Sinai West 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 Lauren Tomao accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Tomao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Tomao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tomao's office at (718) 250-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Tomao?
Please contact Dr. Tomao's office at (718) 250-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lauren Tomao have?
Dr. Lauren Tomao is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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