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Dr. Thomas Higley, MD

Anesthesiologist

Memphis, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Higley, Anesthesiologist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Thomas Higley, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Higley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higley’s office at (502) 852-5851.

    Is Dr. Higley board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Higley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Higley speak?

    Dr. Higley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Higley typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Higley 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. Higley. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Higley typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Higley may include:

    Please contact Dr. Higley's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Higley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Higley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 852-5851 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Higley accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Higley in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Higley's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Higley's Primary Practice

    6019 Walnut Grove Rd

    Memphis, TN 38120

    (502) 852-5851

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    Dr. Thomas Higley's Practice 2

    1265 Union Ave

    Memphis, TN 38104

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    Dr. Thomas Higley's Practice 3

    1300 Wesley Dr

    Memphis, TN 38116

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    What hospitals are Dr. Higley affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Higley has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Higley's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Higley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407050230.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higley?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higley

    What is Dr. Thomas Higley's specialty?

    Dr. Higley is an Anesthesiologist near Memphis, TN.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Thomas Higley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Higley is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Thomas Higley accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Higley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Higley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Higley's office at (502) 852-5851 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Higley?

    Please contact Dr. Higley's office at (502) 852-5851 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Higley's office located?

    Dr. Higley's office is located in Memphis, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Higley have?

    Dr. Thomas Higley is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.