Dr. Karen Thompson
Thoracic Surgery in Columbus, Mississippi
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 26+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Karen Thompson, DO, is a Thoracic Surgery specialist in Columbus, Mississippi. She attended and graduated from Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1998, having over 26 years of diverse experience, especially in Thoracic Surgery. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Baptist Mem Hosp/golden Triangle Inc. Dr. Karen Thompson also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Baptist Memorial Medical Group, Inc. Dr. Karen Thompson accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (662) 244-2288 to request Dr. Karen Thompson the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Karen Thompson |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
4587611181 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Thoracic Surgery (primary specialty)
- Cardiac Surgery
Experience
- Over 26 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Doctor of Osteopathic (DO)
help Doctor of Osteopathic
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O. or DO) is a professional doctoral degree for physicians and surgeons offered by medical schools in the United States. Holders of the D.O. degree have attained the ability to become licensed as osteopathic physicians who have equivalent rights, privileges, and responsibilities as physicians with a Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.).
Education and Training
- Dr. Karen Thompson attended and graduated from Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1998.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1861423691
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, July 6, 2006
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - She does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Karen Thompson
Medical Licenses
Dr. Karen Thompson has been primarily specialized in Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) for over 26 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
click for detail Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
| 036.121407 | Illinois |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
click for detail Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
| TP721 | Kentucky |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Columbus, Mississippi | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Baptist Memorial Medical Group, Inc
| Baptist Memorial Medical Group, Inc | 233 |
Practice Locations
255 Baptist Blvd
Columbus, MS 39705-2006
Phone: (662) 244-2288
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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