EverydayHealthLogo
BT

Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD

Lake Charles, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Pediatrician in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Thompson completed his residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (337) 478-6480.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Thompson board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Thompson typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Low Income
    • Financial hardship
    • Poverty
    • Limited financial resources
    • Economic disadvantage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z596: Low income

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66009: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Tonsillitis
    • Streptococcal tonsillitis
    • Bacterial tonsillitis
    • Acute strep throat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0300: Acute streptococcal tonsillitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Thompson typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Thompson 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. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 478-6480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Thompson in Lake Charles, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Bruce Thompson's Primary Practice

    2903 1st Ave

    Lake Charles, LA 70601

    (337) 478-6480

    Get Directions

    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 1528059235.

    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. Bruce Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is a Pediatrician near Lake Charles, LA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Bruce Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Bruce Thompson accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (337) 478-6480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce Thompson?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (337) 478-6480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Thompson have?

    Dr. Bruce Thompson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

    Other Pediatrician Near Lake Charles, LA

    SL
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Lake Charles, LA
    JM

    Pediatrician

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Lake Charles, LA
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Lake Charles, LA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists