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Dr. Tomas Jacome, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jacome, Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Tomas Jacome, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Jacome graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe. Dr. Jacome is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacome’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacome’s office.

    Where did Dr. Jacome go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Universidad Central Del Caribe

    Is Dr. Jacome board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Tomas Jacome, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Jacome speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Jacome treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Jacome 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. Jacome. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Head Injury Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Head injury
    • Brain trauma
    • Concussion
    • SAH
    • Subarachnoid Hematoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
    • S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X1A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter
    • S062XAA: Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S066X1A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Traumatic Blood in Chest Cavity
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung
    • Traumatic Bleeding in Lung Area
    • Traumatic Hemothorax
    • Traumatic Pleural Bleeding
    • Injured Lung Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
    • S271XXA: Traumatic hemothorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Injury
    • Unspecified Injury
    • Many injuries
    • Several injuries
    • Polytrauma
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown location
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T07XXXA: Unspecified multiple injuries, initial encounter
    • T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Elevated White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Other leukocytosis
    • High WBC count
    • Increased white blood cells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72828: Other elevated white blood cell count

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Shock
    • Shock
    • Injury Shock
    • Hypovolemic Shock from Trauma
    • Post-Injury Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T794XXA: Traumatic shock, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung with Blood
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Hemopneumothorax
    • Blood and Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Hemopneumothorax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S272XXA: Traumatic hemopneumothorax, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Jacome perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Tomas Jacome may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jacome's office.

    Does Dr. Jacome accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jacome accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jacome accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Jacome in Baton Rouge, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jacome's office located?

    Dr. Tomas Jacome's Primary Practice

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 102

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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

    Dr. Jacome's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477554079.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jacome?

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

    What is Dr. Tomas Jacome's specialty?

    Dr. Jacome is a Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Jacome to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tomas Jacome affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jacome is affiliated with Thibodaux Regional Health System which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon with 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 Tomas Jacome accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Tomas Jacome is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tomas Jacome offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jacome's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tomas Jacome?

    Please contact Dr. Jacome's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tomas Jacome have?

    Dr. Tomas Jacome is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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