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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. 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 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 as an 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 an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
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
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thomas typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
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
Alliant Health Plans
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Thomas affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Thomas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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 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 an Anesthesiologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is Dr. Brian Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Fayette 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. 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' office at (404) 605-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Thomas?
Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (404) 605-5000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?
Dr. Thomas' offices are located in Atlanta, GA, Fayetteville, GA, and Conyers, GA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Thomas have?
Dr. Brian Thomas is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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