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Dr. Dorothy Thomas, MD

Pediatrician

Louisville, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Pediatrician in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Dorothy Thomas, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (502) 585-2924.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc

    Is Dr. Thomas board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Dorothy Thomas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

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

    • English

    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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy 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 (502) 585-2924 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Louisville, KY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Dorothy Thomas' Primary Practice

    6500 Preston Hwy

    Louisville, KY 40219

    (502) 585-2924

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    Dr. Dorothy Thomas' Practice 2

    801 Barret Ave Ste 314

    Louisville, KY 40204

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    What hospitals are Dr. Thomas affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Thomas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Norton Childrens Hospital,Louisville, KY
    Cincinnati Childrens - Burnet Campus,Cincinnati, OH

    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 1831435858.

    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. Dorothy Thomas's specialty?

    Dr. Thomas is a Pediatrician near Louisville, KY.

    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. Dorothy Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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. Dorothy Thomas accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

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

    Does Dr. Dorothy Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (502) 585-2924 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (502) 585-2924 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Thomas' office is located in Louisville, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dorothy Thomas have?

    Dr. Dorothy Thomas is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.