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Dr. Byron Thompson, MD

Dr. Byron Thompson, MD

Ann Arbor, MI

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Neurosurgeon in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Dr. Byron Thompson, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Thompson graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain and completed his residency at Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English, French, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (734) 936-9814.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Thompson?

    Dr. Byron Thompson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Thompson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Neurovascular Surgery, Skull Base Tumors & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Ann Arbor/MI community, Dr. Thompson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH, BETHESDA, MD | Neurovascular, Skull-base Surgery, Barrow Neurological Institute | Neuroradiology, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    • Residency: Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center | St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix | BARROW NEUROLOGICAL INSTITUTE

    • Medical School: University of Wales in Great Britain

    Is Dr. Thompson board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Byron Thompson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Hebrew

    What conditions does Dr. Thompson treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
    • Benign cranial nerve neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves

    Also known as:

    • Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Aneurysm
    • Aneurysms
    • Artery Bulge
    • Blood Vessel Widening
    • Vascular Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Blood Vessel Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I729: Aneurysm of unspecified site
    • I725: Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus
    • Obstructive hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles
    • Non-communicating hydrocephalus
    • Blocked hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
    • G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
    • Arteriovenous Malformations
    • Cerebral AVM
    • Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
    • Brain Vascular Malformation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels

    Also known as:

    • Brain cysts
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G930: Cerebral cysts

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormality of Brain Blood Vessels
    • Birth Defects
    • Cerebral Vascular Malformations
    • Congenital Brain Vessel Anomalies
    • Brain Blood Vessel Defects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q283: Other malformations of cerebral vessels

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intracranial Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Brain hemangioma
    • Cerebral vascular birthmark
    • Intracranial vascular malformation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1802: Hemangioma of intracranial structures

    Also known as:

    • Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
    • CSF Shunt
    • Ventricular Shunt
    • Hydrocephalus Device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device

    Also known as:

    • Neurofibromatosis Type 2
    • Neurofibromatosis
    • Neurofibromatosis type 2
    • NF2
    • Bilateral Acoustic Neurofibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8502: Neurofibromatosis, type 2

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 936-9814 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Dr. Thompson in Ann Arbor, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Byron Thompson's Primary Practice

    1500 E Medical Center Dr

    Ann Arbor, MI 48109

    (734) 936-9814

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    Dr. Byron Thompson's Practice 2

    4270 Plymouth Rd

    Ann Arbor, MI 48109

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    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 1609973437.

    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. Byron Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is a Neurosurgeon near Ann Arbor, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Thompson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with University Hospital - Michigan Medicine 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Byron Thompson accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?

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

    Does Dr. Byron Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (734) 936-9814 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Byron Thompson?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (734) 936-9814 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Byron Thompson have?

    Dr. Byron Thompson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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