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Dr. Thomas Knuth, MD
Farmington Hills, MI
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Knuth, Surgeon in Farmington Hills, MI?
Dr. Thomas Knuth, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Farmington Hills, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Knuth completed his residency at R Adams Cowley Shock & Trauma, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, General Surgery; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Knuth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knuth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knuth’s office.
Where did Dr. Knuth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: R Adams Cowley Shock & Trauma, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Tripler Army Med Ctr, General Surgery; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
Is Dr. Knuth board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Knuth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Knuth speak?
Dr. Knuth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Knuth typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Knuth 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. Knuth. 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:
- Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung Failure with High CO2
- Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Excess Carbon Dioxide
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9692: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3
- L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Knuth typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Knuth 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. Knuth. 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:
- Repositioning of Nasogastric/Oral Feeding Tube
- Feeding tube adjustment
- NG tube repositioning
- Orogastric tube advancement
- Enteric feeding tube placement
CPT Codes:
- 43761: Repositioning of a naso- or oro-gastric feeding tube, through the duodenum for enteric nutrition
Also known as:
- Stomach Feeding Tube Insertion
- Nasogastric Tube Placement
- Orogastric Tube Placement
- NG Tube Insertion
- OG Tube Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 43752: Naso- or oro-gastric tube placement, requiring physician's skill and fluoroscopic guidance (includes fluoroscopy, image documentation and report)
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Knuth accept my insurance?
Dr. Knuth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Knuth accept in Farmington Hills, MI?
Dr. Knuth in Farmington Hills, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Knuth's office located?
Dr. Thomas Knuth's Primary Practice
32000 Northwestern Hwy Ste 240
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
What is Dr. Knuth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Knuth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922023837.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knuth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knuth
What is Dr. Thomas Knuth's specialty?
Dr. Knuth is a Surgeon near Farmington Hills, MI.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Thomas Knuth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Knuth is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Knuth accepting new patients in Farmington Hills, MI?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Knuth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Knuth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Knuth's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Knuth?
Please contact Dr. Knuth's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Knuth have?
Dr. Thomas Knuth is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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