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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yee, Anesthesiologist in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Thomas Yee, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Yee completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt H-Roosevel, Internal Medicine. Dr. Yee is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yee’s office at (760) 323-6511.
Where did Dr. Yee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt H-Roosevel, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Yee board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Yee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Yee speak?
Dr. Yee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Yee typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Yee 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. Yee. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Tenosynovitis
- Synovitis
- Inflamed Tendons
ICD-10 Codes:
- M659: Synovitis and tenosynovitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder Stiffness
- Stiff Shoulder Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Yee typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Yee 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. Yee. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
- Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
CPT Codes:
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Adhesion Removal
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Scope Surgery
- Shoulder Adhesiolysis
- Frozen Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Joint Cleaning
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29825: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with lysis and resection of adhesions, with or without manipulation
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Yee accept my insurance?
Dr. Yee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 323-6511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yee accept in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Yee in Newport Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
AlphaCare
Centene Corporation
Inland Empire Health Plan
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yee's office located?
Dr. Thomas Yee's Primary Practice
1601 Dove St Ste 170
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(760) 323-6511
What is Dr. Yee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013980580.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yee
What is Dr. Thomas Yee's specialty?
Dr. Yee is a Anesthesiologist near Newport Beach, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Thomas Yee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yee is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Thomas Yee accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Yee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Yee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yee's office at (760) 323-6511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Yee?
Please contact Dr. Yee's office at (760) 323-6511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Yee have?
Dr. Thomas Yee is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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