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Dr. Joseph Thomas, MD

Cardiologist, Family Medicine Specialist, Surgeon

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Cardiologist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Thomas, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (310) 222-2515.

    Is Dr. Thomas board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Thomas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 Cardiologist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Thomas typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Thomas may include:

    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 (310) 222-2515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Torrance, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Joseph Thomas' Primary Practice

    21840 Normandie Ave Ste 100

    Torrance, CA 90502

    (310) 222-2515

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    Rb-2 Cardiology

    1124 W Carson St # 2

    Torrance, CA 90502

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    Dr. Joseph Thomas' Practice 3

    14860 Roscoe Blvd Ste 304

    Panorama City, CA 91402

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    What hospitals are Dr. Thomas affiliated with?

    Dr. Thomas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Harbor-UCLA Medical Center,Torrance, CA

    What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?A 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 1568641660.

    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. Joseph Thomas's specialty?

    Dr. Thomas is a Cardiologist near Torrance, CA.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. Joseph Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Thomas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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. Joseph Thomas accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (310) 222-2515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Thomas?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (310) 222-2515 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Thomas' offices are located in Torrance, CA and Panorama City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Thomas have?

    Dr. Joseph Thomas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.