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Dr. Thomas Falter, MD

Spokane, WA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Falter, Anesthesiologist in Spokane, WA?

    Dr. Thomas Falter, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Falter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Falter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falter’s office at (509) 474-3131.

    What languages does Dr. Falter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Falter treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Falter 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. Falter. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    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

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendix Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K37: Unspecified appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Other Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues
    • Atypical Feeding Problems
    • Unusual Eating Issues
    • Specific Feeding Challenges

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
    • R6339: Other feeding difficulties

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5005: Alternating esotropia

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Does Dr. Falter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Falter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 474-3131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Falter accept in Spokane, WA?

    Dr. Falter in Spokane, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Community Health Plan of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Idaho

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Falter's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Falter's Primary Practice

    101 W 8th Ave

    Spokane, WA 99204

    (509) 474-3131

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

    Dr. Falter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306023569.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falter?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Falter's specialty?

    Dr. Falter is a Anesthesiologist near Spokane, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Falter to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Falter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. 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

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    Is Thomas Falter accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Falter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Falter's office at (509) 474-3131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Falter?

    Please contact Dr. Falter's office at (509) 474-3131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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