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41 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Thomas, Pulmonologist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Norvin Thomas, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Thomas completed his residency at Univ Hosps & Clinics, Pulmonary Diseases; Univ Mo Kc Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (573) 852-8043.
Where did Dr. Thomas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosps & Clinics, Pulmonary Diseases; Univ Mo Kc Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo
Is Dr. Thomas board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Norvin Thomas, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?
Dr. Thomas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Thomas typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Norvin Thomas may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 (573) 852-8043 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Thomas in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?
What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?An 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 1447253216.
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. Norvin Thomas's specialty?
Dr. Thomas is a Pulmonologist near Columbia, MO.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Norvin Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thomas 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Norvin Thomas accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Norvin Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Norvin Thomas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (573) 852-8043 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Norvin Thomas?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (573) 852-8043 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Norvin Thomas have?
Dr. Norvin Thomas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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