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Dr. Thomas Roberts, MD

Albuquerque, NM

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Roberts, Infectious Disease Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Thomas Roberts, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Roberts graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Lakeside M C, General Surgery Wesley Pavillion, General Surgery Wesley Pavillion, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Roberts is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roberts’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roberts’s office at (505) 848-3730.

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

    • Residency: Vet Affairs Lakeside M C, General Surgery Wesley Pavillion, General Surgery Wesley Pavillion, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Roberts board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Roberts speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Roberts treat?

    As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts. 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:

    • Bone Infection
    • Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Spinal Bone Infection of the Lower Back
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease
    • Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
    • Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
    • Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
    • Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
    • lumbar osteomyelitis
    • lower back bone infection
    • vertebral osteomyelitis lumbar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
    • M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
    • M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
    • M4626: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Liver Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Liver Disease
    • Hepatic abscess
    • Pus in liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K750: Abscess of liver

    Also known as:

    • Local Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Skin bacterial infection
    • Subcutaneous tissue infection
    • Localized skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Inflammation
    • Kidney Disease
    • Interstitial Nephritis
    • Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Methicillin-Susceptible Staph Aureus Infection
    • Staphylococcal Infection
    • MSSA Infection
    • Sensitive Staph Infection
    • Non-MRSA Staph

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B9561: Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

    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:

    • Pus in Chest Cavity
    • Abscess
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Empyema
    • Pleural empyema
    • Infected pleural space

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J869: Pyothorax without fistula

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Pyogenic Arthritis
    • Infectious Arthritis
    • Pus-forming Arthritis
    • Septic Arthritis
    • Bacterial Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M009: Pyogenic arthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peritoneal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Abdominal abscess
    • Intra-abdominal abscess
    • Pus pocket in abdomen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K651: Peritoneal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Infective Endocarditis
    • Endocarditis
    • Heart valve infection
    • Bacterial endocarditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis

    Which procedures does Dr. Roberts perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Roberts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Roberts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 848-3730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Roberts accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Roberts in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Roberts' office located?

    Dr. Thomas Roberts' Primary Practice

    5901 Harper Dr NE Bldg 1

    Albuquerque, NM 87109

    (505) 848-3730

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    Dr. Thomas Roberts' Practice 2

    500 Walter St NE Ste 104

    Albuquerque, NM 87102

    (505) 848-3730

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

    Dr. Roberts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922068832.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roberts?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Roberts's specialty?

    Dr. Roberts is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Roberts to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Roberts is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease 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 Roberts accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Roberts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (505) 848-3730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Roberts?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (505) 848-3730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Roberts have?

    Dr. Thomas Roberts is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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