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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tonkin, Family Medicine Specialist in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Thomas Tonkin, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Scranton, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tonkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tonkin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tonkin’s office at (570) 342-8500.
What languages does Dr. Tonkin speak?
Dr. Tonkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tonkin treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tonkin 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. Tonkin. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89322: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 2
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Tonkin perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Tonkin may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tonkin's office.
Does Dr. Tonkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Tonkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 342-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tonkin accept in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Tonkin in Scranton, PA 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Tonkin's office located?
Dr. Thomas Tonkin's Primary Practice
531 Mt Pleasant Dr
Scranton, PA 18503
(570) 342-8500
What is Dr. Tonkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tonkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093077489.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tonkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tonkin
What is Dr. Thomas Tonkin's specialty?
Dr. Tonkin is a Family Medicine Specialist near Scranton, PA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Tonkin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Tonkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tonkin is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Thomas Tonkin accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Tonkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Tonkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tonkin's office at (570) 342-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Tonkin?
Please contact Dr. Tonkin's office at (570) 342-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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