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Dr. William Thistlethwaite, MD

Hospitalist

Richmond, VA

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. 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Thistlethwaite typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Thistlethwaite typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. William Thistlethwaite may include:

    Please contact Dr. Thistlethwaite's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Thistlethwaite accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thistlethwaite accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Thistlethwaite's office located?

    Dr. William Thistlethwaite's Primary Practice

    5801 Bremo Rd

    Richmond, VA 23226

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    Dr. William Thistlethwaite's Practice 2

    700 2nd St NE

    Washington, DC 20002

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    What is Dr. Thistlethwaite's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. William Thistlethwaite affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thistlethwaite is affiliated with Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Prince William 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

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. William Thistlethwaite?

    Please contact Dr. Thistlethwaite's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thistlethwaite's office located?

    Dr. Thistlethwaite's offices are located in Richmond, VA and Washington, DC.