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Dr. James Thomas, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Columbus, GA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. James Thomas, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (706) 596-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thomas typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Thomas may include:

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 596-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. Thomas in Columbus, GA 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 Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. James Thomas' Primary Practice

    2122 Manchester Expy

    Columbus, GA 31904

    (706) 596-4000

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    Dr. James Thomas' Practice 2

    902 N 7th St

    Cordele, GA 31015

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    Dr. James Thomas' Practice 3

    4401 Riverchase Dr

    Phenix City, AL 36867

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

    Dr. Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477596419.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomas?

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

    What is Dr. James Thomas's specialty?

    Dr. Thomas is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Columbus, GA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Dekalb Regional Medical Center, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, East Alabama Medical Center, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. James Thomas accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?

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

    Does Dr. James Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (706) 596-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (706) 596-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Thomas' offices are located in Columbus, GA, Cordele, GA, and Phenix City, AL.