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Who is Dr. Toms, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Elizabeth Toms, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY. Dr. Toms graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine. Dr. Toms is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Toms’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Toms’s office at (270) 887-6767.
Where did Dr. Toms go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Toms speak?
Dr. Toms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Toms typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Toms 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. Toms. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Toms typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Toms 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. Toms. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Toms accept my insurance?
Dr. Toms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 887-6767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Toms accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Toms in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Toms' office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Toms' Primary Practice
3300 Tates Creek Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(270) 887-6767
What is Dr. Toms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Toms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912958554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Toms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Toms
What is Dr. Elizabeth Toms's specialty?
Dr. Toms is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Lexington, KY.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Toms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Toms is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jennie Stuart Health, Trigg County Hospital. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Toms accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Toms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Toms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Toms's office at (270) 887-6767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Toms?
Please contact Dr. Toms's office at (270) 887-6767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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