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Dr. Michael Thomas, DO

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Evergreen Park, IL

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Evergreen Park, IL?

    Dr. Michael Thomas, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Evergreen Park, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Thomas completed his residency at Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Internal Medicine; Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (312) 864-0200.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Thomas?

    Dr. Michael Thomas, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Thomas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Geriatric Functional Assessment, Palliative Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Evergreen Park, IL community, Dr. Thomas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Internal Medicine; Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo

    What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Alcoholic Liver Failure
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver Disease
    • Alcohol-induced liver failure
    • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
    • Severe alcoholic liver damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7040: Alcoholic hepatic failure without coma

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Thomas typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael 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 (312) 864-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Evergreen Park, IL?

    Dr. Thomas in Evergreen Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Michael Thomas' Primary Practice

    2850 W 95th St Ste 106

    Evergreen Park, IL 60805

    (312) 864-0200

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    Dr. Michael Thomas' Practice 2

    1901 W Harrison St

    Chicago, IL 60612

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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 1235141359.

    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. Michael Thomas's specialty?

    Dr. Thomas is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Evergreen Park, IL.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore 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 Dr. Michael Thomas accepting new patients in Evergreen Park, IL?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (312) 864-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (312) 864-0200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Thomas' offices are located in Evergreen Park, IL and Chicago, IL.