Dr. Thomas Whalen, MD
Albuquerque, NM
38 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Whalen, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Thomas Whalen, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Whalen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whalen’s office at (505) 246-9190.
What languages does Dr. Whalen speak?
Dr. Whalen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Whalen typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Whalen 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. Whalen. 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Whalen typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Whalen 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. Whalen. 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:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Whalen accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Whalen's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Whalen's office located?
Dr. Thomas Whalen's Primary Practice
3311 Candelaria Rd NE Ste K
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 246-9190
What is Dr. Whalen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whalen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134120645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whalen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whalen
What is Dr. Thomas Whalen's specialty?
Dr. Whalen is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Albuquerque, NM.
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. Thomas Whalen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whalen 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 Thomas Whalen accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Whalen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Whalen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whalen's office at (505) 246-9190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Whalen?
Please contact Dr. Whalen's office at (505) 246-9190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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