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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fawell, Anesthesiologist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Thomas Fawell, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Fawell graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Fawell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fawell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fawell’s office at (503) 299-9906.
Where did Dr. Fawell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | Virginia Mason Medical Center Program
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fawell board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Fawell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Fawell speak?
Dr. Fawell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Fawell typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fawell 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. Fawell. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Fawell typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fawell 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. Fawell. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Axillary Nerve Block Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
- Armpit nerve block
- Axillary nerve pain injection
- Shoulder nerve block
- Guided nerve injection
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Fawell accept my insurance?
Dr. Fawell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 299-9906 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fawell accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Fawell in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Moda Health
PacificSource
Providence Health & Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fawell's office located?
Dr. Thomas Fawell's Primary Practice
707 SW Washington St Ste 700
Portland, OR 97205
(503) 299-9906
What is Dr. Fawell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fawell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700809217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fawell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fawell
What is Dr. Thomas Fawell's specialty?
Dr. Fawell is a Anesthesiologist near Portland, OR.
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 this Dr. Thomas Fawell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fawell is affiliated with Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Peacehealth St. John Medical Center 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
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Is Thomas Fawell accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Fawell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Fawell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fawell's office at (503) 299-9906 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Fawell?
Please contact Dr. Fawell's office at (503) 299-9906 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Fawell have?
Dr. Thomas Fawell is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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