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Dr. Melissa Tom, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Berkeley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tom, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Melissa Tom, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA. Dr. Tom completed her residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Tom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tom’s office at (510) 848-1413.

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

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    What languages does Dr. Tom speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Tom may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 848-1413 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tom accept in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Tom in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Devoted Health

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • Molina Healthcare

    • PacificSource

    • Providence Health & Services

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    Where is Dr. Tom's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Tom's Primary Practice

    3010 Colby St Ste 212

    Berkeley, CA 94705

    (510) 848-1413

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

    Dr. Tom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851372684.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tom?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Tom's specialty?

    Dr. Tom is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Berkeley, CA.

    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. Melissa Tom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tom is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center, Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center, Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center 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. Melissa Tom accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Tom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Tom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tom's office at (510) 848-1413 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Tom?

    Please contact Dr. Tom's office at (510) 848-1413 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tom's office located?

    Dr. Tom's office is located in Berkeley, CA.