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Dr. Thomas Brien, MD

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brien, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Thomas Brien, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Brien completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Brien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brien’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brien’s office at (423) 308-0390.

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

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny

    Is Dr. Brien board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Brien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Brien speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brien treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Brien 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. Brien. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Other Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation
    • Other gastritis types
    • Various stomach inflammations
    • Uncommon gastritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
    • K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Past Colon Polyps
    • Previous Adenomas
    • History of Precancerous Colon Growths
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High-Risk HPV Detected in Cervix
    • HPV
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Positive High-Risk Cervical HPV Test
    • High-Risk Human Papillomavirus of Cervix
    • Cervical HPV Positive

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87810: Cervical high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Menstruation
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle

    Also known as:

    • Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Polyp
    • Duodenal Polyp
    • Stomach Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    Does Dr. Brien accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 308-0390 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brien accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Brien in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brien's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Brien's Primary Practice

    1651 Gunbarrel Rd Ste 102

    Chattanooga, TN 37421

    (423) 308-0390

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    Dr. Thomas Brien's Practice 2

    2525 Desales Ave

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

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

    Dr. Brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962461327.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brien?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Brien's specialty?

    Dr. Brien is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Chattanooga, TN. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Brien to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Brien is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

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    Is Thomas Brien accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Brien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brien's office at (423) 308-0390 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Brien?

    Please contact Dr. Brien's office at (423) 308-0390 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Brien have?

    Dr. Thomas Brien is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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