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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thistlethwaite, Hospitalist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. William Thistlethwaite, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Thistlethwaite graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Thistlethwaite is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thistlethwaite’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thistlethwaite’s office.
Where did Dr. Thistlethwaite go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thistlethwaite speak?
Dr. Thistlethwaite and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thistlethwaite treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Thistlethwaite 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. Thistlethwaite. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Thistlethwaite perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. William Thistlethwaite may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thistlethwaite's office.
Does Dr. Thistlethwaite accept my insurance?
Dr. Thistlethwaite accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thistlethwaite accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Thistlethwaite in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Thistlethwaite's office located?
What is Dr. Thistlethwaite's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thistlethwaite's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568696458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thistlethwaite?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thistlethwaite
What is Dr. William Thistlethwaite's specialty?
Dr. Thistlethwaite is a Hospitalist near Richmond, VA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Thistlethwaite to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Thistlethwaite affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thistlethwaite is affiliated with Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 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 Hospitalist?
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Is William Thistlethwaite accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. William Thistlethwaite is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Thistlethwaite offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thistlethwaite's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Thistlethwaite?
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