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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thompson, Surgical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Alastair Thompson, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thompson graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program. 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 (713) 798-4321.
Where did Dr. Thompson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?
Dr. Thompson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thompson treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
What procedures does Dr. Thompson perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Thompson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?
Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-4321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Thompson in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Texas Children's Hospital
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Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?
Dr. Alastair Thompson's Primary Practice
6620 Main St Ste 1350
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 798-4321
Dr. Alastair Thompson's Practice 2
7200 Cambridge St Fl 10
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 798-4321
What is Dr. Thompson's NPI number?An 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 1033535000.
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. Alastair Thompson's specialty?
Dr. Thompson is a Surgical Oncologist near Houston, TX. A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research. Contact Dr. Thompson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alastair Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center 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
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Is Alastair Thompson accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alastair Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alastair Thompson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (713) 798-4321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alastair Thompson?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (713) 798-4321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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