200 W Esplanade Ave, 
Kenner, LA 

Overview

Thomas Atkinson is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Kenner, Louisiana.

His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

Dr. Atkinson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology/Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Atkinson is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Arkansas, Medicine, 2012

Residency

Year Completed: 2015

Specialties

Hematology Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in LA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology/Oncology
American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Field of Study: Hematology/Oncology
Year Completed: 2018

Hospital Affiliations

St Bernard Parish Hospital
Ochsner Medical Center Acute
Slidell Memorial Hospital
St Charles Parish Hospital
Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Primewell Health Services
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • POS
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Ochsner Health Center - Kenner
200 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA 70065
Other Locations
St. Tammany Cancer Center - A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center
900 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433
The Gayle and Tom Benson Cancer Center
1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121
The Gayle and Tom Benson Cancer Center
1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Thomas Atkinson

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Is Dr. Thomas Atkinson a top-rated expert for Sickle Cell Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas Atkinson is classified as an Experienced expert for Sickle Cell Disease, 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. Thomas Atkinson specialize in?

While Dr. Thomas Atkinson is a Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Sickle Cell Disease, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology Oncology.

Does Dr. Thomas Atkinson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Thomas Atkinson has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sickle Cell Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas Atkinson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Thomas Atkinson accept my insurance?

Dr. Thomas Atkinson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-464-8506 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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