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Dr. James Thompson, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist, Critical Care Internist

Grand Junction, CO

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Pulmonologist in Grand Junction, CO?

    Dr. James Thompson, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Thompson graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Madigan Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English, 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 (970) 298-5864.

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

    • Residency: Madigan Army Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Madigan Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Madigan Army Med Center | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, 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:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

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

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. James 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 (970) 298-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Grand Junction, CO?

    Dr. Thompson in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Lung And Sleep Center

    1050 Wellington Ave

    Grand Junction, CO 81501

    (970) 298-5864

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    Dr. James Thompson's Practice 2

    2635 N 7th St

    Grand Junction, CO 81501

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Physicians

    Member

    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 1053414243.

    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. James Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is a Pulmonologist near Grand Junction, CO.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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. James Thompson accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?

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

    Does Dr. James Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (970) 298-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (970) 298-5864 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Thompson's office is located in Grand Junction, CO.