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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thompson, Medical Biochemical Geneticist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Lauren Thompson, DO is a Medical Biochemical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. 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 (843) 876-8733.
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 Medical Biochemical Geneticist like Dr. Thompson typically treat?
As a Medical Biochemical Geneticist, 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Abnormal Newborn Screening Results
- Newborn Screening
- Positive newborn screen
- Failed newborn screening
- Newborn test abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- P099: Abnormal findings on neonatal screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
What procedures does a Medical Biochemical Geneticist like Dr. Thompson typically perform?
As a Medical Biochemical Geneticist, 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?
Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 876-8733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Thompson in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Independence Health Group
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?
Dr. Lauren Thompson's Primary Practice
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
(843) 876-8733
What is Dr. Thompson's NPI number?An 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 1295267797.
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. Lauren Thompson's specialty?
Dr. Thompson is a Medical Biochemical Geneticist near Charleston, SC.
What does a Medical Biochemical Geneticist do?
A medical biochemical geneticist is an expert in diagnosing, evaluating, preventing, and treating biochemical genetic disorders, recognized as inborn errors of metabolism that can arise at any age. Their training does not provide the necessary skills to manage a clinical laboratory.
Is this Dr. Lauren Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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 a Medical Biochemical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lauren Thompson accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Thompson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (843) 876-8733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Thompson?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (843) 876-8733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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