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Dr. Thomas Michael, MD

Dr. Thomas Michael, MD

Beaver, PA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Michael, Family Medicine Specialist in Beaver, PA?

    Dr. Thomas Michael, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Beaver, PA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Michael graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Shadyside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Michael is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Michael’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Michael’s office at (724) 770-7998.

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

    • Fellowship: Carolinas Medical Center, Orthopaedic Trauma

    • Residency: Shadyside Hosp, Family Medicine | Michigan State University (MSU) Affiliated Hospitals | PCOM/UPMC Shadyside Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Michael board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Michael, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Michael speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Michael treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Michael 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. Michael. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes
    • Diabetic Skin Conditions
    • Skin Issues from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
    • E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Leg Cut
    • Right Leg Injury
    • Open Sore on Right Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
    • S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Left Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Left Lower Leg Injury
    • Left Calf Wound
    • Left Shin Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
    • S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Left Leg
    • Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg
    • Open Sore on Leg
    • Skin Wound on Leg
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97821: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
    • L97811: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
    • T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Medical Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Device Fitting
    • Prosthetic Adjustment
    • Orthotic Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4689: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other specified devices

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Chronic Venous Ulcer
    • Stasis Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity

    What procedures does Dr. Michael perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Michael 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. Michael. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Does Dr. Michael accept my insurance?

    Dr. Michael accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (724) 770-7998 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Michael accept in Beaver, PA?

    Dr. Michael in Beaver, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Michael's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Michael's Primary Practice

    1000 Dutch Ridge Rd

    Beaver, PA 15009

    (724) 770-7998

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

    Dr. Michael's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386627438.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Michael?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Michael's specialty?

    Dr. Michael is a Family Medicine Specialist near Beaver, PA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Michael to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Michael affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Michael is affiliated with Heritage Valley Beaver, Heritage Valley Sewickley, Butler Memorial Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Thomas Michael accepting new patients in Beaver, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Michael is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Michael offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Michael's office at (724) 770-7998 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Michael?

    Please contact Dr. Michael's office at (724) 770-7998 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Michael have?

    Dr. Thomas Michael is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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