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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Thompson, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Robert Thompson, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English, French, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office.
What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?
Dr. Thompson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Thompson typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- 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:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Bacterial Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Bacterial Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
- Bacterial Disease Contact
- Suspected Bacterial Infection
- Exposure to Bacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
- Z20818: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other bacterial communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Screening for Bacterial Disease
- Health Screening
- Bacterial Infection Screening
- Bacterial Disease Test
- Germ Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z112: Encounter for screening for other bacterial diseases
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Thompson typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Thompson may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Thompson in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?
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 1346211083.
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. Robert Thompson's specialty?
Dr. Thompson is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Nephrologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Robert Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thompson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. 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 Robert Thompson accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Robert Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Thompson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Thompson?
Please contact Dr. Thompson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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