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Dr. Fred Thompson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 64
Dr. Fred Thompson, MD
3.6 (23 Ratings)
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Dr. Fred Thompson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.
Dr. Fred Thompson, MD
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Dr. Fred Thompson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 64
Tacoma, WA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Fred Thompson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.

About

Dr. Thompson graduated from Emory University and completed a residency at Emory University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Fred Thompson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Thompson currently practices at MultiCare Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Mountain and are affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital. Dr. Thompson has experience treating conditions like Hip Impingement and Snapping Hip among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Thompson received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Dr. Thompson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Thompson is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Knee Arthroscopy
Hip Impingement
Snapping Hip
Knee Arthroscopy
Hip Impingement
Snapping Hip
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondromalacia
Coccygeal Pain
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Ligament Tears
Limb Pain
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Patellar Disorders
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Scoliosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spine Deformities
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Neuroplasty
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Trigger Finger Release
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Cerebral Palsy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Muscle Cramping
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Osteosarcoma
Ottos Pelvis
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Sciatica
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Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Osteophyte
Wrist Sprain or Strain
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
De Quervain's Release
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Somatic Nerve Block
Total Hip Replacement
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Part B Primary
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc.
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Bridgespan
  • Medicare
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Pacific Source
  • Uniform Medical Plan
  • Medicaid
  • Choice Care PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Aetna
  • Tricare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO

Locations

  1. 1 MultiCare Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Mountain
    1550 S Union Ave Ste 210, Tacoma, WA 98405

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thompson
3.6
Based on 23 Reviews
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1 Star (8)

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Mar 13, 2023
Dr. Thompson did surgery on my trigger finger and it turned out great! He also gave me injections in a knee that was giving me considerable pain....the injections were painless and my knee has been good for two years now. I’m ready to give him a try on my wrist. I think he’s #1.
Peggy — Mar 13, 2023
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Emory University
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Emory University Affil Hosps
    1986
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Emory University Affiliated Hospitals
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • The Graduate Hospital, University Of Pennsylvania
    The Human Performance and Sports Medicine Center
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Fred Thompson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thompson's profile.

Dr. Thompson frequently treats the following conditions: Hip Impingement and Snapping Hip. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Fred Thompson, MD is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Fred Thompson, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital

    315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA