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Dr. Eliot Thompson, MD

Pediatrician

Louisville, KY

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Eliot Thompson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Thompson graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (502) 215-5090.

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

    • Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | University Louisville School Of Med | University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE SCH OF MEDICINE | University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thompson board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Eliot Thompson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, 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. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Eliot Thompson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 215-5090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Thompson 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • FCE Benefit Administrators

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Eliot Thompson's Primary Practice

    6400 Dutchmans Pkwy Ste 15

    Louisville, KY 40205

    (502) 215-5090

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    What hospitals are Dr. Thompson affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Thompson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Norton Womens And Childrens Hospital,Louisville, KY
    Uofl Health - Medical Center South,Shepherdsville, KY
    Cincinnati Childrens - Burnet Campus,Cincinnati, OH

    What is Dr. Thompson's NPI number?A 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 1265585731.

    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. Eliot Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson 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. Eliot Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, The Medical Center At Bowling Green 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. Eliot Thompson accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Eliot Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eliot Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (502) 215-5090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eliot Thompson?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (502) 215-5090 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Thompson's office is located in Louisville, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eliot Thompson have?

    Dr. Eliot Thompson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.