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Dr. Scott Thomson, MD

Dr. Scott Thomson, MD

La Jolla, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thomson, Nephrologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Scott Thomson, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Thomson graduated from UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Nephrology Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thomson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomson’s office at (858) 552-7528.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Nephrology Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Nephrology Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Staff Physician | Professor of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thomson board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Thomson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Thomson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thomson treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Thomson 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. Thomson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid Overload
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Excess Fluid
    • Water Retention
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
    • E875: Hyperkalemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Thomson perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Scott Thomson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thomson's office.

    Does Dr. Thomson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thomson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 552-7528 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomson accept in La Jolla, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Humana

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thomson's office located?

    Dr. Scott Thomson's Primary Practice

    9300 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 552-7528

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    Dr. Scott Thomson's Practice 2

    200 W Arbor Dr # 8201

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Scott Thomson's Practice 3

    3350 La Jolla Village Dr # 9151

    San Diego, CA 92161

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

    Dr. Thomson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225052483.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomson?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Thomson's specialty?

    Dr. Thomson is a Nephrologist near La Jolla, CA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Thomson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Thomson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thomson is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Scott Thomson accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Thomson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Thomson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomson's office at (858) 552-7528 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Thomson?

    Please contact Dr. Thomson's office at (858) 552-7528 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Thomson have?

    Dr. Scott Thomson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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