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Dr. Kennith Thompson, MD

Surgeon

La Mirada, CA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Surgeon in La Mirada, CA?

    Dr. Kennith Thompson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Mirada, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years. Dr. Thompson completed his residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (562) 789-5449.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Thompson typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Thompson 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. Thompson. 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:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Thompson typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Kennith Thompson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 789-5449 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in La Mirada, CA?

    Dr. Thompson in La Mirada, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Humana

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Suite 201and401

    12675 La Mirada Blvd Ste 201AND401

    La Mirada, CA 90638

    (562) 789-5449

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    Dr. Kennith Thompson's Practice 2

    12462 Putnam St Ste 500

    Whittier, CA 90602

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    Dr. Kennith Thompson's Practice 3

    7957 Painter Ave Ste 102

    Whittier, CA 90602

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    What hospitals are Dr. Thompson affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Thompson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Los Angeles Community Hospital,Los Angeles, CA

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

    Dr. Thompson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225231137.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thompson?

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

    What is Dr. Kennith Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is a Surgeon near La Mirada, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Kennith Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Kennith Thompson accepting new patients in La Mirada, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kennith Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kennith Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (562) 789-5449 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kennith Thompson?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (562) 789-5449 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Thompson's offices are located in La Mirada, CA and Whittier, CA.