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Dr. Thomas Deer, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Deer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Thomas Deer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Deer completed his residency at Saginaw Co-Op Hosps Inc, Emergency Medicine; Nat'L Capital Consortium, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Deer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deer’s office at (305) 434-3000.

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

    • Residency: Saginaw Co-Op Hosps Inc, Emergency Medicine; Nat'L Capital Consortium, Obstetrics And Gynecology

    • Medical School: University Of Pr Sch Of Med- San Juan Pr

    Is Dr. Deer board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Deer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Deer speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Deer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Deer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Deer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 434-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Deer accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Deer in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Deer's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Deer's Primary Practice

    1401 St Joseph Pkwy

    Houston, TX 77002

    (305) 434-3000

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

    Dr. Deer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275511834.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deer?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Deer's specialty?

    Dr. Deer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    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. Thomas Deer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Deer is affiliated with Southern Regional Medical Center, Palmetto General Hospital, Uab 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

    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. Thomas Deer accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Deer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Deer's office at (305) 434-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Deer?

    Please contact Dr. Deer's office at (305) 434-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Deer's office located?

    Dr. Deer's office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Deer have?

    Dr. Thomas Deer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.