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Dr. Lori Thompson, MD
Asheville, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thompson, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Lori Thompson, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thompson graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at Nebraska Medical Center/Clarkson Regional Health Service Program. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (828) 210-3150.
Where did Dr. Thompson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nebraska Medical Center/Clarkson Regional Health Service Program
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?
Dr. Thompson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thompson typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thompson typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lori Thompson may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
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 (828) 210-3150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Thompson in Asheville, NC 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 North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?
Dr. Lori Thompson's Primary Practice
68 Sweeten Creek Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 210-3150
What is Dr. Thompson's NPI number?An 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 1487607339.
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. Lori Thompson's specialty?
Dr. Thompson is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Asheville, NC.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Lori Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Mission 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lori Thompson accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Lori Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lori Thompson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (828) 210-3150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lori Thompson?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (828) 210-3150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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