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Dr. Derek Tomes, MD

Anesthesiologist

Jefferson City, MO

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tomes, Anesthesiologist in Jefferson City, MO?

    Dr. Derek Tomes, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Jefferson City, MO. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Tomes graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. Dr. Tomes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tomes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tomes’s office at (828) 213-2250.

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

    • Medical School: University of Missouri / Columbia Campus | University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tomes board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Tomes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Tomes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tomes typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tomes 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. Tomes. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tomes typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tomes 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. Tomes. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Tomes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tomes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 213-2250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tomes accept in Jefferson City, MO?

    Dr. Tomes in Jefferson City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Tomes' office located?

    Dr. Derek Tomes' Primary Practice

    1445 Christy Dr

    Jefferson City, MO 65101

    (828) 213-2250

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

    Dr. Tomes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194788554.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tomes?

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

    What is Dr. Derek Tomes's specialty?

    Dr. Tomes is an Anesthesiologist near Jefferson City, MO.

    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 Dr. Derek Tomes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Tomes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Derek Tomes accepting new patients in Jefferson City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Tomes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derek Tomes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tomes' office at (828) 213-2250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Derek Tomes?

    Please contact Dr. Tomes' office at (828) 213-2250 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tomes' office located?

    Dr. Tomes' office is located in Jefferson City, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Derek Tomes have?

    Dr. Derek Tomes is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.