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Dr. Shayna Thompson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Tacoma, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Shayna Thompson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. 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 (253) 968-3105.

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thompson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thompson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shayna 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 (253) 968-3105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Tacoma, WA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Shayna Thompson's Primary Practice

    9040 Fitzsimmons Dr

    Tacoma, WA 98431

    (253) 968-3105

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    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 1992975742.

    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. Shayna Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo, Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Uab 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Shayna Thompson accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Shayna Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (253) 968-3105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (253) 968-3105 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Thompson's office is located in Tacoma, WA.