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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lyons, Specialist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Thomas Lyons, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lyons graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Lyons is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyons’s office at (504) 454-2191.
Where did Dr. Lyons go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lyons board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Lyons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lyons speak?
Dr. Lyons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Lyons typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Lyons 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. Lyons. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
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)
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Lyons typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Lyons 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. Lyons. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- Forearm or Wrist Pressure Release Surgery
- Fasciotomy of Forearm
- Wrist Compartment Release
- Forearm Pressure Relief
CPT Codes:
- 25020: Decompression fasciotomy, forearm and/or wrist, flexor OR extensor compartment; without debridement of nonviable muscle and/or nerve
Also known as:
- Flexor Tendon Release in Hand and Finger
- Tendon Release Surgery
- Flexor Tenolysis
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Finger Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
- 26442: Tenolysis, flexor tendon; palm AND finger, each tendon
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Lyons accept my insurance?
Dr. Lyons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 454-2191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lyons accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Lyons in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Globe Life
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lyons' office located?
Dr. Thomas Lyons' Primary Practice
4228 Houma Blvd Ste 600B
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 454-2191
What is Dr. Lyons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lyons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235154287.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lyons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lyons
What is Dr. Thomas Lyons's specialty?
Dr. Lyons is a Specialist near Metairie, LA.
Is this Dr. Thomas Lyons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lyons is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, East Jefferson General Hospital 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 Lyons accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Lyons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Lyons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (504) 454-2191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Lyons?
Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (504) 454-2191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Lyons have?
Dr. Thomas Lyons is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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