Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thal, Internist in West Chester, PA?
Dr. Ira Thal, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Chester, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Thal graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thal’s office at (610) 692-7766.
Where did Dr. Thal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Temple University Hospital | Duke University Medical Center | Temple University Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Thal board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ira Thal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2002
What languages does Dr. Thal speak?
Dr. Thal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Thal typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Thal 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. Thal. 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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Thal typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Thal performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Thal. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Thal accept my insurance?
Dr. Thal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 692-7766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thal accept in West Chester, PA?
Dr. Thal in West Chester, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Thal's office located?
What is Dr. Thal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881621878.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thal
What is Dr. Ira Thal's specialty?
Dr. Thal is a Internist near West Chester, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ira Thal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thal is affiliated with Lankenau Medical Center, Paoli Hospital, Riddle Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, Phoenixville 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
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Is Ira Thal accepting new patients in West Chester, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ira Thal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ira Thal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thal's office at (610) 692-7766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ira Thal?
Please contact Dr. Thal's office at (610) 692-7766 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ira Thal have?
Dr. Ira Thal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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