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Dr. Caleb Thompson, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiologist

San Luis Obispo, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Interventional Cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Dr. Caleb Thompson, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (661) 321-3161.

    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 an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Thompson typically treat?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Thompson typically perform?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Thompson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Left Atrial Appendage Closure
    • LAA Closure
    • Watchman Procedure
    • Heart Appendage Sealing
    • Stroke Prevention Device Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair
    • Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR)
    • Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
    • Mitral Valve Clip Procedure
    • Heart Valve Repair without Open Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33418: Transcatheter mitral valve repair, percutaneous approach, including transseptal puncture when performed; initial prosthesis

    Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 321-3161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Caleb Thompson's Primary Practice

    1304 Ella St Ste A

    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

    (661) 321-3161

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    Dr. Caleb Thompson's Practice 2

    3838 San Dimas St Ste B201

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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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:

    Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center,San Luis Obispo, CA
    Adventist Health Twin Cities,Templeton, CA
    Adventist Health Sierra Vista,San Luis Obispo, CA
    Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande Community Hospital,Arroyo Grande, 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 1962606913.

    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. Caleb Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is an Interventional Cardiologist near San Luis Obispo, CA.

    What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

    A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. 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. Caleb Thompson accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Caleb Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (661) 321-3161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (661) 321-3161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Thompson's offices are located in San Luis Obispo, CA and Bakersfield, CA.