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Who is Dr. Thomas, Specialist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Sherida Thomas, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Thomas completed her residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Thomas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas’s office at (301) 856-6718.
Where did Dr. Thomas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Thomas board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sherida Thomas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
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 Specialist like Dr. Thomas typically treat?
As a Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
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
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Does Dr. Thomas accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 856-6718 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Thomas in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Johns Hopkins Health System
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thomas' office located?
Dr. Sherida Thomas' Primary Practice
1500 Forest Glen Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 856-6718
What is Dr. Thomas's NPI number?An 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 1912972787.
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. Sherida Thomas's specialty?
Dr. Thomas is a Specialist near Silver Spring, MD.
Is this Dr. Sherida Thomas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Um Capital Region Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Johns Hopkins Howard County 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 a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Specialist. 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 Sherida Thomas accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Sherida Thomas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sherida Thomas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (301) 856-6718 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sherida Thomas?
Please contact Dr. Thomas's office at (301) 856-6718 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sherida Thomas have?
Dr. Sherida Thomas is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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