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Dr. Matthew Thompson, MD

Union, NJ

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Anesthesiologist in Union, NJ?

    Dr. Matthew Thompson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Union, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Thompson completed his residency at Kings County Hosp Ctr, Anesthesiology; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (732) 494-1444.

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

    • Residency: Kings County Hosp Ctr, Anesthesiology; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj

    Is Dr. Thompson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Thompson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thompson treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
    • Past Colon Polyps
    • Previous Adenomas
    • History of Precancerous Colon Growths

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    What procedures does Dr. Thompson perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Knee Nerve Pain Injection
    • Genicular Nerve Block
    • Knee Pain Steroid Injection
    • Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 494-1444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Union, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Braven Health

    • Carepoint Health

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Thompson's Primary Practice

    695 Chestnut St

    Union, NJ 07083

    (732) 494-1444

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    Dr. Matthew Thompson's Practice 2

    2 Lincoln Hwy Ste 500

    Edison, NJ 08820

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    Dr. Matthew Thompson's Practice 3

    65 James St

    Edison, NJ 08820

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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 1902997760.

    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. Matthew Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is a Anesthesiologist near Union, NJ. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Thompson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Matthew Thompson accepting new patients in Union, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Matthew Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (732) 494-1444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Matthew Thompson?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (732) 494-1444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Thompson have?

    Dr. Matthew Thompson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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