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Dr. Thomas Thacher, MD

Dr. Thomas Thacher, MD

Rochester, MN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Thacher, Family Medicine Specialist in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Thomas Thacher, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. He is board certified. Dr. Thacher graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Ventura County Medical Center. He is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley. Dr. Thacher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thacher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thacher’s office at (507) 284-2511.

    Where did Dr. Thacher go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ventura County Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Utah Sch of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thacher board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Thacher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thacher speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thacher typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thacher 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. Thacher. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Antiphospholipid Syndrome
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Antiphospholipid syndrome
    • APS
    • Hughes syndrome
    • Sticky blood syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D6861: Antiphospholipid syndrome

    Also known as:

    • History of Pulmonary Embolism
    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Past Lung Blood Clot
    • Previous PE
    • History of Pulmonary Thromboembolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86711: Personal history of pulmonary embolism

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thacher typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thacher 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. Thacher. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Does Dr. Thacher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thacher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thacher accept in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Thacher in Rochester, MN 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 Minnesota

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Government Employees Health Association

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thacher's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Thacher's Primary Practice

    200 1st St SW

    Rochester, MN 55905

    (507) 284-2511

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    What hospitals are Dr. Thacher affiliated with?

    Dr. Thacher has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus,Rochester, MN

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley

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

    Dr. Thacher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962602078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thacher?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Thacher's specialty?

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

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

    No, Dr. Thacher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Thomas Thacher accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Thacher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thacher's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Thacher's office at (507) 284-2511 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thacher's office located?

    Dr. Thacher's office is located in Rochester, MN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Thacher have?

    Dr. Thomas Thacher is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.