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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thomas, Critical Care Internist in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Christopher Thomas, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Falls Church, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thomas graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, 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 (401) 444-4741.
Where did Dr. Thomas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
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 Critical Care Internist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Thomas typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Thomas may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
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 (401) 444-4741 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Thomas in Falls Church, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?
Dr. Christopher Thomas' Primary Practice
3300 Gallows Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042
(401) 444-4741
What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?An 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 1285012864.
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. Christopher Thomas's specialty?
Dr. Thomas is a Critical Care Internist near Falls Church, VA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Christopher Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Frederick Health Hospital 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Thomas accepting new patients in Falls Church, VA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Thomas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (401) 444-4741 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Thomas?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (401) 444-4741 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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