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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tom, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Wing Tom, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tom’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tom’s office.
What languages does Dr. Tom speak?
Dr. Tom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tom typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tom typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wing Tom may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Tom's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tom accept my insurance?
Dr. Tom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tom accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Tom in Jamaica, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Cigna Group
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Tom's office located?
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 1043692882.
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. Wing Tom's specialty?
Dr. Tom is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Jamaica, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Wing Tom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tom is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, Mount Sinai West, North Shore University Hospital, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wing Tom accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Wing Tom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wing Tom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tom's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wing Tom?
Please contact Dr. Tom's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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