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Dr. Dennis Thompson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Alexandria, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Dennis Thompson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (318) 487-1122.

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dennis 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 (318) 487-1122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Thompson in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Assistance

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Dennis Thompson's Primary Practice

    3330 Masonic Dr

    Alexandria, LA 71301

    (318) 487-1122

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    Dr. Dennis Thompson's Practice 2

    211 4th St

    Alexandria, LA 71301

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    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 1780180547.

    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. Dennis Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alexandria, LA.

    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. Dennis Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Dennis Thompson accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Dennis Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (318) 487-1122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (318) 487-1122 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Thompson's office is located in Alexandria, LA.