Dr. Lijo K Thomas

Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington

MEDICARE CERTIFIED
27+ YEARS EXP

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Overview

Dr. Lijo K Thomas, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Tacoma, Washington. She attended and graduated from medical school in 1997, having over 27 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Multicare Auburn Medical Center, Valley Medical Center, St Francis Community Hospital, St Joseph Medical Center, Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital. Dr. Lijo K Thomas also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Multicare Health System. Dr. Lijo K Thomas accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Lijo K Thomas at 1901 S Union Ave to request Dr. Lijo K Thomas the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

1901 S Union Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405-1709

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Basics

Full Name	Lijo K Thomas
Gender	Female
PECOS ID	4880620400
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

Internal Medicine (primary specialty)

Experience

Over 27 years of diverse experience

Credentials

Medical Doctor (MD)
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Medical Doctor

Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

Dr. Lijo K Thomas graduated from medical school in 1997.

NPPES Info

NPI #: 1821169905
NPI Enumeration Date: Sunday, November 12, 2006
NPPES Last Update: Friday, December 12, 2014

Quality Reporting

eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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.
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.
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.
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. Lijo K Thomas

English

Medical Licenses

Dr. Lijo K Thomas has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 27 years of experience.

Specialization	License Number	Issued State
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.	44241	Washington

Affiliated Hospitals

Hospital Name	Location	Hospital Type	Hospital Ownership
Multicare Auburn Medical Center	Auburn, Washington	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private
Valley Medical Center	Renton, Washington	Acute Care Hospitals	Government - Hospital District Or Authority
St Francis Community Hospital	Federal Way, Washington	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Church
St Joseph Medical Center	Tacoma, Washington	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Church
Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital	Tacoma, Washington	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private

Medical Group Practice

Doing Business As	Legal Organization Name	Number of members
Pacific Sports Medicine	Multicare Health System	601

Practice Locations

1901 S Union Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405-1709
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