Dr. Thomas Schmidt, MD
Rheumatologist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Atlantic, IA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schmidt, Rheumatologist in Atlantic, IA?
Dr. Thomas Schmidt, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Atlantic, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schmidt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmidt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmidt’s office at (515) 643-9699.
What languages does Dr. Schmidt speak?
Dr. Schmidt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Schmidt typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Schmidt 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. Schmidt. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0589: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Schmidt typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Schmidt may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schmidt accept my insurance?
Dr. Schmidt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 643-9699 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schmidt accept in Atlantic, IA?
Dr. Schmidt in Atlantic, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Schmidt's office located?
Dr. Thomas Schmidt's Primary Practice
1501 E 10th St Ste 200
Atlantic, IA 50022
(515) 643-9699
What is Dr. Schmidt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schmidt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245468768.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmidt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schmidt
What is Dr. Thomas Schmidt's specialty?
Dr. Schmidt is a Rheumatologist near Atlantic, IA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Thomas Schmidt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schmidt is affiliated with St. Anthony Regional Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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
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Is Thomas Schmidt accepting new patients in Atlantic, IA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Schmidt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Schmidt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (515) 643-9699 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Schmidt?
Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (515) 643-9699 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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