EverydayHealthLogo
MT

Dr. Michael Tom, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Tacoma, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tom, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Michael Tom, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tom typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Tom may include:

    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 contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tom accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Tom in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Tom's office located?

    Dr. Michael Tom's Primary Practice

    1812 S J St Ste 120

    Tacoma, WA 98405

    Get Directions

    Dr. Michael Tom's Practice 2

    34515 9th Ave S

    Federal Way, WA 98003

    Get Directions

    Dr. Michael Tom's Practice 3

    751 NE Blakely Dr

    Issaquah, WA 98029

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Tom's NPI number?A 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 1699216663.

    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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.

    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 Dr. Michael Tom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tom is affiliated with Swedish Issaquah Campus, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, Jefferson Abington Hospital, St. Michael Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Torresdale 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Michael Tom accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Tom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael 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 Dr. Michael Tom?

    Please contact Dr. Tom's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tom's office located?

    Dr. Tom's offices are located in Tacoma, WA, Federal Way, WA, and Issaquah, WA.