Overview
Michael Thompson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Alamitos, California.
Dr. Thompson is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
Dr. Thompson is board certified in American Board Of Neurology.
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- OTHER MEDICARE
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- MEDICARE SNP
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- HMO
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
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Locations
3851 Katella Ave, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
3747 Worsham Ave, Long Beach, CA 90808
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael L. Thompson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael L. Thompson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael L. Thompson by calling their office at 562-430-4513. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael L. Thompson a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael L. Thompson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Stroke, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michael L. Thompson specialize in?
While Dr. Michael L. Thompson is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Michael L. Thompson accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael L. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 562-430-4513 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- StrokeDr. Thompson isDistinguished. Learn about Stroke.
- Advanced
- ApoplexyDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- EpilepsyDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Memory LossDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- MigraineDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Migraine.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- SeizuresDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Seizures.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Experienced
- Alien Hand SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Alien Hand Syndrome.
- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- ArachnoiditisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoiditis.
- AthetosisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Athetosis.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Brain AbscessDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Cavernous Sinus ThrombosisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Charles Bonnet SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Charles Bonnet Syndrome.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Choroid Plexus CystDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Cyst.
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Chronic PolyradiculoneuritisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- Cryptococcal MeningitisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Cryptococcal Meningitis.
- DeliriumDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- DementiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- Diabetic NeuropathyDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Neuropathy.
- Dry MouthDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Dry Mouth.
- DysarthriaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- EncephalitisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Encephalitis.
- Essential TremorDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- FaintingDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Familial PorencephalyDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Porencephaly.
- Foot DropDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Guillain-Barre SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
- HemiplegiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Hemiplegia.
- Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2
- HomocystinuriaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Homocystinuria.
- Horner SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- HydrocephalusDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism DisorderDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Infantile Axonal NeuropathyDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.
- InsomniaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Insomnia.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Mal De Debarquement SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Mal De Debarquement Syndrome.
- MeningiomaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- MeningitisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Meningitis.
- Methylmalonic Acidemia with HomocystinuriaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Methylmalonic Acidemia with Homocystinuria.
- Migraine with Brainstem AuraDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Migraine with Brainstem Aura.
- Miller-Fisher SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Miller-Fisher Syndrome.
- Movement DisordersDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- Myasthenia GravisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
- MyositisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Myositis.
- NeuralgiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID)
- Opsoclonus-Myoclonus SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Primary Orthostatic TremorDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Primary Orthostatic Tremor.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- PtosisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- REM Behavior DisorderDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about REM Behavior Disorder.
- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- SciaticaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.
- ShinglesDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Shingles.
- SpasticityDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Spasticity.
- Stiff Person SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Stiff Person Syndrome.
- Subacute Combined DegenerationDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Subacute Combined Degeneration.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- SyringobulbiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Syringobulbia.
- SyringomyeliaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Syringomyelia.
- Tension HeadacheDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Tension Headache.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- Transient Global AmnesiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Transient Global Amnesia.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.
- Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)Dr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).
- Vertebral Artery DissectionDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Vertebral Artery Dissection.
- VertigoDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency AnemiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.