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Dr. Thomas Bassler, MD
Spokane, WA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bassler, Cytopathologist in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Thomas Bassler, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bassler graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Bassler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bassler’s office at (509) 892-2700.
Where did Dr. Bassler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Bassler board certified as a Cytopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Bassler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Bassler speak?
Dr. Bassler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Bassler typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Bassler 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. Bassler. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Descending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous descending colon growth
- Descending colon adenoma
- Descending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Bassler typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Bassler may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Bassler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bassler accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Bassler's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Bassler's office located?
What is Dr. Bassler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bassler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093755985.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bassler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bassler
What is Dr. Thomas Bassler's specialty?
Dr. Bassler is a Cytopathologist near Spokane, WA.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Thomas Bassler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bassler is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Thomas Bassler accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Bassler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Bassler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bassler's office at (509) 892-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Bassler?
Please contact Dr. Bassler's office at (509) 892-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Bassler have?
Dr. Thomas Bassler is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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