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Who is Dr. Tompson, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in West Plains, MO?
Dr. Richard Tompson, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in West Plains, MO. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Tompson graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosps & Clinics, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tompson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tompson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tompson’s office at (417) 256-2225.
Where did Dr. Tompson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosps & Clinics, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Tompson board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Tompson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Tompson speak?
Dr. Tompson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tompson typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tompson 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. Tompson. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tompson typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tompson 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. Tompson. 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:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Sacroiliac Joint Nerve Ablation
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
- SI Joint Radiofrequency Ablation
- Nerve Burning for SI Joint Pain
- Sacroiliac Nerve Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
- 64625: Radiofrequency ablation, nerves innervating the sacroiliac joint, with image guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or computed tomography)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Tompson accept my insurance?
Dr. Tompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 256-2225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tompson accept in West Plains, MO?
Dr. Tompson in West Plains, MO 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 Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Tompson's office located?
Dr. Richard Tompson's Primary Practice
1410 Doctors Dr
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2225
What is Dr. Tompson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tompson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245235456.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tompson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tompson
What is Dr. Richard Tompson's specialty?
Dr. Tompson is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near West Plains, MO.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Richard Tompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tompson 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Tompson accepting new patients in West Plains, MO?
Yes, Dr. Richard Tompson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Tompson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tompson's office at (417) 256-2225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Tompson?
Please contact Dr. Tompson's office at (417) 256-2225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Tompson have?
Dr. Richard Tompson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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