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Dr. John Thomas, MD

Plastic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Long Island City, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Plastic Hand Surgeon in Long Island City, NY?

    Dr. John Thomas, MD is a Plastic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Long Island City, NY. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (718) 932-1000.

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

      What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

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

      • English
      • Greek, Modern (1453-)

      What conditions does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Thomas typically treat?

      As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

      Also known as:

      • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
      • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
      • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
      • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
      • Right Hand Numbness
      • Right CTS
      • Median Nerve Compression
      • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
      • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
      • Left Hand Numbness
      • Left CTS

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
      • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
      • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

      Also known as:

      • Right Hand Pain
      • Left Hand Pain
      • Hand Injuries and Disorder
      • Pain
      • Pain in right palm
      • Right wrist and hand pain
      • Right hand discomfort
      • Ache in left hand
      • Left hand discomfort
      • Sore left hand

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M79641: Pain in right hand
      • M79642: Pain in left hand

      Also known as:

      • Right Wrist Pain
      • Pain
      • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
      • Aching right wrist
      • Sore right wrist
      • Right wrist discomfort

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M25531: Pain in right wrist

      Also known as:

      • Trigger Right Middle Finger
      • Trigger Right Ring Finger
      • Finger Injuries and Disorder
      • Tendinitis
      • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
      • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
      • Snapping Right Middle Finger
      • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
      • Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
      • Snapping Right Ring Finger

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
      • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger

      Also known as:

      • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
      • Hand Injuries and Disorder
      • Tendinitis
      • De Quervain's Disease
      • Washerwoman's Sprain
      • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

      Also known as:

      • Finger Pain
      • Finger Injuries and Disorder
      • Pain
      • Sore fingers
      • Aching fingers
      • Finger discomfort

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M79644: Pain in right finger(s)

      What procedures does a Plastic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Thomas typically perform?

      As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

      Also known as:

      • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
      • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
      • Endoscopy
      • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
      • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
      • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
      • Tendon Sheath Incision
      • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
      • Finger Tendon Release
      • Hand Tendon Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
      • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

      Also known as:

      • Short Arm Splint Application
      • Forearm to hand splint
      • Static arm splint
      • Wrist and forearm splint
      • Arm immobilization splint

      CPT Codes:

      • 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static

      Also known as:

      • Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
      • Flexor Tenosynovectomy
      • Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
      • Radical Synovectomy of Tendon

      CPT Codes:

      • 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon

      Also known as:

      • Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
      • Ganglion cyst removal hand
      • Tendon sheath lesion excision
      • Mucous cyst removal finger

      CPT Codes:

      • 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger

      Also known as:

      • Small Hand or Finger Tumor Removal
      • Hand Soft Tissue Excision
      • Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
      • Intramuscular Tumor Excision
      • Hand Lump Removal

      CPT Codes:

      • 26116: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm

      Also known as:

      • Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
      • Phalangeal fracture treatment
      • Broken finger treatment
      • Thumb fracture care

      CPT Codes:

      • 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each

      Also known as:

      • Finger or Toe Joint Biopsy
      • Interphalangeal joint biopsy
      • Joint exploration and biopsy
      • Finger joint surgery
      • Toe joint surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 26110: Arthrotomy with biopsy; interphalangeal joint, each

      Also known as:

      • Wound Debridement
      • Surgical Wound Cleaning
      • Tissue Removal from Wound
      • Dead Tissue Removal

      CPT Codes:

      • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

      Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?

      Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 932-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Long Island City, NY?

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

      Top Insurances

      • Cascade Comprehensive Care

      • Cigna Group

      • EmblemHealth

      • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

      • Humana

      • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

      • Medicare

      • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

      • UnitedHealth Group

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      Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

      Dr. John Thomas' Primary Practice

      2715 30th Ave

      Long Island City, NY 11102

      (718) 932-1000

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      What hospitals are Dr. Thomas affiliated with?

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      Castle Connolly Top Hospital

      This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

      Dr. Thomas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

      Mount Sinai Queens,Astoria, NY

      What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?A 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 1174551410.

      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. John Thomas's specialty?

      Dr. Thomas is a Plastic Hand Surgeon near Long Island City, NY.

      What does a Plastic Hand Surgeon do?

      A plastic surgeon with specialized training in the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures of the upper extremity that impact the form and function of the hand and wrist through medical, surgical, and rehabilitative methods.

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

      Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Mount Sinai Queens 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 Dr. John Thomas accepting new patients in Long Island City, NY?

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

      Does Dr. John Thomas offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (718) 932-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

      Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (718) 932-1000 to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

      Dr. Thomas' office is located in Long Island City, NY.