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Dr. Alexander Thayer, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Panorama City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thayer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Panorama City, CA?

    Dr. Alexander Thayer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Panorama City, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Thayer completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Thayer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thayer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thayer’s office at (818) 375-2000.

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

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In

    Is Dr. Thayer board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Thayer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thayer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thayer typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thayer 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. Thayer. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thayer typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Thayer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Thayer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thayer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 375-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thayer accept in Panorama City, CA?

    Dr. Thayer in Panorama City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CommonSpirit Health

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thayer's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Thayer's Primary Practice

    13652 Cantara St

    Panorama City, CA 91402

    (818) 375-2000

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    What is Dr. Thayer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Thayer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326196387.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thayer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thayer

    What is Dr. Alexander Thayer's specialty?

    Dr. Thayer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Panorama City, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Alexander Thayer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thayer is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Valley Presbyterian 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alexander Thayer accepting new patients in Panorama City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Thayer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Thayer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thayer's office at (818) 375-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Thayer?

    Please contact Dr. Thayer's office at (818) 375-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thayer's office located?

    Dr. Thayer's office is located in Panorama City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Thayer have?

    Dr. Alexander Thayer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.