Dr. Thomas E. Gaines
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 42 years
- Graduated from: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1979
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1447243068
Dr. Thomas E. Gaines MD
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
He is located at 1940 Alcoa Highway Ste E-180 in Knoxville, TN 37920. Can help patients with the following: Chest Pain, Constipation, Edema, High Blood Pressure, Hyperlipidemia, Urethritis. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447243068. Appointment can be made via the phone number (865) 305-6955. He is affiliated with 4 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines, being an cardiothoracic surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Thomas E. Gaines.
- Abdominal Pain
- Achalasia
- Acute Pain
- Anemia
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Stenosis
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Atherosclerosis
- Bladder Control
- Chest Pain
- Cholecystitis
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Collapsed Lung
- Common Cold
- Constipation
- Cystitis
- Diarrhea
- Edema
- Fever
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- General Care
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Hiatal Hernia
- High Blood Pressure
- Hot Flashes
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hyponatremia
- Influenza
- Inguinal Hernia
- Migraine
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Obesity
- Osteoporosis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Prescription Refill
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
- Urethritis
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
Procedures Performed by Dr. Thomas E. Gaines
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Thomas E. Gaines as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Network data as of Aug 25, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 12 plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlueCross B15E $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Bronze | Blue Network E | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross B16E $50 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Blue Network E | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross B16S $50 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Blue Network S | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross B17E $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® + Adult Dental (8 plan variants) | EPO · Bronze | Blue Network E | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross B19E $60 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Blue Network E | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross G08E $30 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health ® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Gold | Blue Network E | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross G08S $30 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health ® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Gold | Blue Network S | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross S26E $40 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Silver | Blue Network E | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross S26S $40 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Silver | Blue Network S | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross S27E $60 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Silver | Blue Network E | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross S29E $60 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® + Adult Dental (8 plan variants) | EPO · Silver | Blue Network E | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross S34E $45 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Silver | Blue Network E | Accepting new patients |
Cigna Healthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 10 plans from Cigna Healthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect Bronze 7500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze 8500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze CMS Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold 1500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold CMS Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 3000 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 4500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver CMS Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Oscar Insurance Company
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 15 plans from Oscar Insurance Company
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Classic Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Diabetes | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Classic Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Elite | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Diabetes | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple PCP Saver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Thomas E. Gaines is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Thomas E. Gaines is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) .
Bills through: University Health System, Inc.
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Intuitive Surgical | $2677 |
| Covidien | $1797 |
| Medtronic | $229 |
Other
| Travel and Lodging | $3930 |
| Food and Beverage | $2407 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1979Additional Specialities
- Internist
Affiliated practices
Looking for more Cardiothoracic Surgeons?
There are 6 other cardiothoracic surgeons in this region.
- Gender: Male
- Address: Suite E180 1940 Alcoa Highway Knoxville, 37920, TN
- Gender: Male
- Address: Suite 800 101 East Blount Avenue Knoxville, 37920, TN
- Gender: Male
- Address: Suite E310 1940 Alcoa Highway Knoxville, 37920, TN
- Gender: Male
- Address: Suite 800 101 East Blount Avenue Knoxville, 37920, TN
- Gender: Male
- Address: Suite E310 1940 Alcoa Highway Knoxville, 37920, TN
Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines is affiliated with Women's Care Group. For the full list of practices see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines?
Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines's office is located at 1940 Alcoa Highway Ste E-180 in Knoxville, TN 37920.
Does Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines accept patients with Cigna Healthcare?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines is listed in-network for Cigna Healthcare through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines treat?
Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines provides treatment for Chest Pain, Constipation, Edema, High Blood Pressure, Hyperlipidemia, Urethritis. For the full list see this list.
Has Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Thomas Edward Gaines is affiliated with UNIVERSITY OF TN MEDICAL CENTER.