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Who is Dr. Tom, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Michael Tom, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tom graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Tom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tom’s office at (323) 442-7400.
Where did Dr. Tom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Tom speak?
Dr. Tom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tom treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tom 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. Tom. 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:
- 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does Dr. Tom perform?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tom 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. Tom. 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:
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Continuous Sciatic Nerve Pain Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Sciatic Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Sciatic Nerve Block (Continuous)
- Pain Pump for Sciatica
CPT Codes:
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64446: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Brachial Plexus Injection
- Arm Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Block
- Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Tom accept my insurance?
Dr. Tom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tom accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Tom in Los Angeles, CA 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Family Health Network
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tom's office located?
Dr. Michael Tom's Primary Practice
1500 San Pablo St
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-7400
What is Dr. Tom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649400789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tom
What is Dr. Michael Tom's specialty?
Dr. Tom is a Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Tom to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Tom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tom is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital Of Usc, Cha Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, Providence St. Mary Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Michael Tom accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Tom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Tom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tom's office at (323) 442-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Tom?
Please contact Dr. Tom's office at (323) 442-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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