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Dr. Preethi Thomas, MD

Pediatrician

East Meadow, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Pediatrician in East Meadow, NY?

    Dr. Preethi Thomas, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in East Meadow, NY. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (516) 572-6177.

    What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

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

    • English
    • Kannada

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Thomas typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Premature Baby
    • Premature Babies
    • Preterm infant
    • Early baby
    • Preemie

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0739: Preterm newborn, gestational age 36 completed weeks

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Affected by Mother's Infection
    • Infant affected by maternal infections
    • Baby affected by mother's diseases
    • Newborn with maternal infectious disease exposure
    • Neonatal effects of maternal infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P002: Newborn affected by maternal infectious and parasitic diseases

    Also known as:

    • Post-Term Baby
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Overdue baby
    • Late baby
    • Prolonged pregnancy newborn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0821: Post-term newborn

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Thomas typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Preethi Thomas may include:

    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 (516) 572-6177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in East Meadow, NY?

    Dr. Thomas in East Meadow, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Jai Medical Systems

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Preethi Thomas' Primary Practice

    2201 Hempstead Tpke

    East Meadow, NY 11554

    (516) 572-6177

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    What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?A 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 1558655720.

    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. Preethi Thomas's specialty?

    Dr. Thomas is a Pediatrician near East Meadow, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Preethi Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Um Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Carroll Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Preethi Thomas accepting new patients in East Meadow, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Preethi Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Preethi Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (516) 572-6177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Preethi Thomas?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (516) 572-6177 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Thomas' office is located in East Meadow, NY.