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Dr. Thomas Roberts, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

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. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. 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 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 as an 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Roberts typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Roberts typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Roberts may include:

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

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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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    What is Dr. Roberts's NPI number?A 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Roberts is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Medical Center, Uc Medical Center, Lincoln County Medical Center, Lovelace Women's 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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

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

    Please contact Dr. Roberts' office at (505) 848-3730 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Roberts' office located?

    Dr. Roberts' office is located in Albuquerque, NM.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Roberts have?

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