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Who is Dr. Thomas, Cardiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. James Thomas, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (312) 695-4965.
Is Dr. Thomas board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Thomas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?
Dr. Thomas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas. 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:
- Mitral Valve Calcification
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Calcified mitral valve ring
- Mitral annulus calcification
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3481: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) annulus calcification
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Thomas typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Thomas may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Thomas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-4965 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Thomas in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?
Dr. James Thomas' Primary Practice
4445 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60641
(312) 695-4965
What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467553263.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thomas
What is Dr. James Thomas's specialty?
Dr. Thomas is a Cardiologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. James Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 James Thomas accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. James Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Thomas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (312) 695-4965 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Thomas?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (312) 695-4965 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Thomas have?
Dr. James Thomas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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