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Dr. Daniel Tomes, MD

Neurosurgeon

Lincoln, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tomes, Neurosurgeon in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Daniel Tomes, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tomes completed his residency at Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Tomes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tomes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tomes’s office at (402) 904-4729.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Tomes board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Tomes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Tomes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Tomes typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Tomes 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. Tomes. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Tomes typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Tomes 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. Tomes. 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:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
    • Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
    • Lower Back Fusion Surgery
    • Spine Fusion (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spine Autograft
    • Local Bone Harvest for Spine
    • Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation Placement
    • Spine Stabilization Hardware
    • Posterior Spinal Fixation
    • Harrington Rod Placement
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Does Dr. Tomes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tomes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 904-4729 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tomes accept in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Tomes in Lincoln, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tomes' office located?

    Dr. Daniel Tomes' Primary Practice

    5620 S 27th St Ste 100

    Lincoln, NE 68512

    (402) 904-4729

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    Dr. Daniel Tomes' Practice 2

    2444 W Faidley Ave

    Grand Island, NE 68803

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    Dr. Daniel Tomes' Practice 3

    1113 Sherman St

    Saint Paul, NE 68873

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

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    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Daniel Tomes an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Tomes has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Tomes, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Tomes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558345264.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tomes?

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

    What is Dr. Daniel Tomes's specialty?

    Dr. Tomes is a Neurosurgeon near Lincoln, NE.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Daniel Tomes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tomes is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Bryan Health Kearney Regional Medical Center, Chi Health St. Elizabeth Regional Medical Center, Mary Lanning Healthcare, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Ne 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

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    Is Dr. Daniel Tomes accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Tomes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Tomes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tomes' office at (402) 904-4729 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel Tomes?

    Please contact Dr. Tomes' office at (402) 904-4729 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tomes' office located?

    Dr. Tomes' offices are located in Lincoln, NE, Grand Island, NE, and Saint Paul, NE.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Tomes have?

    Dr. Daniel Tomes is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.