Dr. John Tompkins, MD

Plano, TX

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Tompkins, Neurosurgeon in Plano, TX?

Dr. John Tompkins, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Plano, TX. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Tompkins graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane University School Of Med. Dr. Tompkins is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tompkins’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tompkins’s office at (972) 964-8500.

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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tompkins?

Dr. John Tompkins, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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. Tompkins empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Cerebral, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Vascular Malformations/Birthmarks, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Plano, TX community, Dr. Tompkins is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

Residency: Tulane University School Of Med | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine | Tulane Univ School of Medicine | Yale University School of Medicine

Is Dr. Tompkins board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

Yes, Dr. John Tompkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

What languages does Dr. Tompkins speak?

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

English
Spanish
Tagalog

What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Tompkins typically treat?

As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Tompkins 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. Tompkins. 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:

Nutrition Counseling
Nutrition
Dietary advice
Nutritional guidance
Healthy eating counseling

ICD-10 Codes:

Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

Also known as:

Neck Spinal Stenosis
Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Spinal Stenosis
Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
Cervical Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

Also known as:

Other Chronic Pain Condition
Chronic Pain
Various chronic pain
Unspecified long-term pain
Persistent pain disorders

ICD-10 Codes:

G8929: Other chronic pain

Also known as:

Neck Pain
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Cervical Pain
Sore Neck
Neck Ache

ICD-10 Codes:

M542: Cervicalgia

Also known as:

Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter

ICD-10 Codes:

Z23: Encounter for immunization

Does Dr. Tompkins accept my insurance?

Dr. Tompkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 964-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Tompkins accept in Plano, TX?

Dr. Tompkins in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Aetna
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Tompkins' office located?

Dr. John Tompkins' Primary Practice

1600 Coit Rd Ste 104

Plano, TX 75075

(972) 964-8500

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What hospitals are Dr. Tompkins affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Tompkins has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Medical City Plano Hospital,Plano, TX

Ranked Mastectomy

Medical City Mckinney Hospital,McKinney, TX

Ranked in 2 Procedures

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

Dr. Tompkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265453617.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tompkins?

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

What is Dr. John Tompkins's specialty?

Dr. Tompkins is a Neurosurgeon near Plano, TX.

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

Is Dr. John Tompkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Tompkins is affiliated with Medical City Plano Hospital, Medical City Mckinney 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

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