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Dr. Thomas Ems, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Greenville, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ems, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Thomas Ems, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ems is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ems’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ems’s office at (828) 286-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Ems speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ems typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ems 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. Ems. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ems 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. Ems. 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:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Does Dr. Ems accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ems accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 286-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ems accept in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Ems in Greenville, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ems' office located?

    Dr. Thomas Ems' Primary Practice

    701 Grove Rd

    Greenville, SC 29605

    (828) 286-5000

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    Dr. Thomas Ems' Practice 2

    262 Leroy George Dr

    Clyde, NC 28721

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    Dr. Thomas Ems' Practice 3

    288 S Ridgecrest Ave

    Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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

    Dr. Ems's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457885964.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ems?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Ems's specialty?

    Dr. Ems is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Greenville, SC.

    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. Thomas Ems affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ems is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Caromont Regional Medical Center, Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Adventhealth Hendersonville, Harris Regional Hospital, Piedmont Augusta 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 Dr. Thomas Ems accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Ems offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ems' office at (828) 286-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Ems' office at (828) 286-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ems' office located?

    Dr. Ems' offices are located in Greenville, SC, Clyde, NC, and Rutherfordton, NC.