28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santo Tomas, Pulmonologist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Linus John Santo Tomas, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Santo Tomas is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santo Tomas’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santo Tomas’s office at (414) 805-6633.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Santo Tomas?
Dr. Linus John Santo Tomas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Santo Tomas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Lung Disease, Pneumonia, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Milwaukee, WI community, Dr. Santo Tomas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Santo Tomas speak?
Dr. Santo Tomas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Santo Tomas typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Santo Tomas 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. Santo Tomas. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Santo Tomas typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Santo Tomas 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. Santo Tomas. 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:
- Chest Physical Therapy for Lungs
- Chest Wall Manipulation
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy (Lungs)
- Airway Clearance Therapy
- Cupping for Lung Function
CPT Codes:
- 94667: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; initial demonstration and/or evaluation
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Santo Tomas accept my insurance?
Dr. Santo Tomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 805-6633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santo Tomas accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Santo Tomas in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Network Health
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Santo Tomas' office located?
What is Dr. Santo Tomas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santo Tomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356411540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santo Tomas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santo Tomas
What is Dr. Linus John Santo Tomas's specialty?
Dr. Santo Tomas is a Pulmonologist near Milwaukee, WI.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Linus John Santo Tomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santo Tomas is affiliated with Froedtert 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
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Is Linus John Santo Tomas accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Linus John Santo Tomas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linus John Santo Tomas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santo Tomas's office at (414) 805-6633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linus John Santo Tomas?
Please contact Dr. Santo Tomas's office at (414) 805-6633 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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