21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thompson, Internist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Derek Thompson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Thompson completed his residency at Boston Med Ctr-Boston U. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English and Persian, 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 (480) 323-3132.
Where did Dr. Thompson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Med Ctr-Boston U
Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?
Dr. Thompson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Thompson typically treat?
As an Internist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Thompson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Thompson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (480) 323-3132 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Thompson in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?
Dr. Derek Thompson's Primary Practice
9003 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 323-3132
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 1982605770.
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. Derek Thompson's specialty?
Dr. Thompson is a Internist near Scottsdale, AZ.
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. Derek Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derek Thompson accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Derek Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Thompson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (480) 323-3132 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Thompson?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (480) 323-3132 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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