47 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. File, Infectious Disease Specialist in Akron, OH?
Dr. Thomas File, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. File graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. File is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. File’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. File’s office at (330) 375-3894.
Where did Dr. File go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Riverside Methodist Hospitals (OhioHealth) Program
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. File board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas File, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. File speak?
Dr. File and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. File typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. File 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. File. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. File typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas File may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. File's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. File accept my insurance?
Dr. File accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 375-3894 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. File accept in Akron, OH?
Dr. File in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Harvard Pilgrim
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
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Where is Dr. File's office located?
What is Dr. File's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. File's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366529091.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. File?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. File
What is Dr. Thomas File's specialty?
Dr. File is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Akron, OH.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Thomas File affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. File is affiliated with Summa Health System – Akron Campus 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas File accepting new patients in Akron, OH?
Yes, Dr. Thomas File is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas File offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. File's office at (330) 375-3894 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas File?
Please contact Dr. File's office at (330) 375-3894 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas File have?
Dr. Thomas File is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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