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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thomas, Ophthalmologist in Coeur D Alene, ID?
Dr. Drew Thomas, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Coeur D Alene, ID. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (318) 325-2610.
What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?
Dr. Thomas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Error
- Refractive Errors
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Vision problem
- Focusing problem
- Blurred vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Thomas typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 325-2610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Coeur D Alene, ID?
Dr. Thomas in Coeur D Alene, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?
Dr. Drew Thomas' Primary Practice
1814 Lincoln Way
Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
(318) 325-2610
What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942644083.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thomas
What is Dr. Drew Thomas's specialty?
Dr. Thomas is a Ophthalmologist near Coeur D Alene, ID.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Drew Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Northwest Specialty Hospital 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
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Is Drew Thomas accepting new patients in Coeur D Alene, ID?
Yes, Dr. Drew Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Drew Thomas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (318) 325-2610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Drew Thomas?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (318) 325-2610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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