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Dr. Walter Thomas, MD

Pediatrician

Matthews, NC

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Thomas, Pediatrician in Matthews, NC?

    Dr. Walter Thomas, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Matthews, NC. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Thomas graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carolinas Medical Center Program. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (704) 384-1080.

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

    • Residency: Carolinas Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thomas speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Developmental Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Global developmental delay
    • Psychological development disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F89: Unspecified disorder of psychological development

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Thomas may include:

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 384-1080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Matthews, NC?

    Dr. Thomas in Matthews, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Walter Thomas' Primary Practice

    1401 Matthews Township Pkwy Ste 100

    Matthews, NC 28105

    (704) 384-1080

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

    Dr. Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548232366.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomas?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Thomas's specialty?

    Dr. Thomas is a Pediatrician near Matthews, NC.

    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 Dr. Walter Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Thomas 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 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 Dr. Walter Thomas accepting new patients in Matthews, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Thomas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (704) 384-1080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Thomas?

    Please contact Dr. Thomas' office at (704) 384-1080 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?

    Dr. Thomas' office is located in Matthews, NC.