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Dr. Brian Thomas, MD

Atlanta, GA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Anesthesiologist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Brian Thomas, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Thomas graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (404) 605-5000.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery | Emory University Hospital | EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Thomas board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Thomas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Thomas treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Disorder
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation
    • Rheumatic Mitral Valvulopathy
    • Mitral Valve Problems from Rheumatic Fever
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disorder
    • Aortic Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
    • I059: Rheumatic mitral valve disease, unspecified
    • I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Mucus or Phlegm
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Cough
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual phlegm
    • Discolored sputum
    • Excessive mucus
    • Abnormal discharge from lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R093: Abnormal sputum

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural 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

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 605-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Thomas in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Brian Thomas' Primary Practice

    1968 Peachtree Rd NW Fl 1

    Atlanta, GA 30309

    (404) 605-5000

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    Dr. Brian Thomas' Practice 2

    1255 Highway 54 W

    Fayetteville, GA 30214

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    Dr. Brian Thomas' Practice 3

    3215 McClure Bridge Rd

    Duluth, GA 30096

    (770) 277-3056

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    What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?An 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 1588689848.

    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. Brian Thomas's specialty?

    Dr. Thomas is a Anesthesiologist near Atlanta, GA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Thomas to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Brian Thomas accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Brian Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (404) 605-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Thomas?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (404) 605-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Thomas have?

    Dr. Brian Thomas is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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