Dr. Michelle Tom, MD
Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist
Laguna Hills, CA
22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tom, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Michelle Tom, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Tom graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed her residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tom’s office at (714) 837-4500.
Where did Dr. Tom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Tom board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Tom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tom speak?
Dr. Tom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tom typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tom 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. Tom. 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:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tom typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Tom 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. Tom's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tom accept my insurance?
Dr. Tom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 837-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tom accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Tom in Laguna Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tom's office located?
Dr. Michelle Tom's Primary Practice
24451 Health Center Dr
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(714) 837-4500
What is Dr. Tom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750319539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tom
What is Dr. Michelle Tom's specialty?
Dr. Tom is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Laguna Hills, CA.
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. Michelle Tom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tom is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Uci Medical Center, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center 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 Michelle Tom accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Tom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Tom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tom's office at (714) 837-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Tom?
Please contact Dr. Tom's office at (714) 837-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Tom have?
Dr. Michelle Tom is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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