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Dr. Kevin Thomas, MD

Anesthesiologist, Surgeon

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Kevin Thomas, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thomas graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Anesthesiology; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (323) 778-2131.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Anesthesiology; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, General Surgery | Chas R Drew University Med and Science

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Thomas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 778-2131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Thomas in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • AllCare Health

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Kevin Thomas' Primary Practice

    7301 S Western Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90047

    (323) 778-2131

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    Dr. Kevin Thomas' Practice 2

    13500 Van Nuys Blvd

    Pacoima, CA 91331

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

    Dr. Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841202744.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomas?

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

    What is Dr. Kevin Thomas's specialty?

    Dr. Thomas is an Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    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. Kevin Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kevin Thomas accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Kevin Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (323) 778-2131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (323) 778-2131 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Thomas' offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Pacoima, CA.