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Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD

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(5 Ratings)

Specializes in: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine (1987)

Professional interests include: vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), cesarean section (C-section), postpartum thyroiditis, and more.

2262 N State College Boulevard
Fullerton, CA 92831

(714) 990-2900

Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. He graduated from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine in 1987 and has 39 years of experience. Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD is affiliated with Providence, AHMC Healthcare, Providence Medical Foundation, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, St. Jude Medical Center (Fullerton) and Providence Affiliated Physicians, St. Jude.

Office Locations

2262 N State College Boulevard
Fullerton, CA 92831

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Cesarean Section (C-Section)

A Cesarean section (more often known as "C-Section") is a surgery performed during labor and delivery. A C-Section is a procedure that delivers a baby through an incision in the lower abdomen and uterus. In the United States, about a third of all births are performed by Cesarean section. Most often, a C-section is done by an obstetrician/gynecologist (OB-GYN), or in certain regions, a general surgeon or family physician.

C-section incisions can be up-and-down (vertical), from belly button to lower abdomen or side-to-side (horizontal), across the lower abdomen. Side-to-side incisions are more frequently used. After the exterior incisions are made, the doctor then cuts into the uterus and amniotic sac and delivers the infant and cuts the baby's umbilical cord. The mother receives medicine to expel the placenta and the doctor helps to safely remove it. Finally, the doctor uses sutures to seal the uterus and tissue incisions. The initial C-section skin incision is also closed with sutures or staples.

C-sections are typically performed with regional anesthesia, which inhibits pain in the lower half of the body, but allows mothers to be awake. However, some mothers may receive general anesthesia, where they are put to sleep during the surgical procedure.

C-sections may be planned or unplanned, depending on the circumstances of the birth.

Pre-existing conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, herpes, and HIV may prompt a doctor to prescribe a C-section. Other situations for C-section include:

A large baby or birth to multiple children
Pelvic fracture or limited birth canal
Baby in the "breech position," where a baby is positioned feet or bottom first in the uterus
Baby with a developmental disorder
Irregular fetal heartbeat
Mother with a history of previous C-sections

Other mothers may require a C-section due to complications arising during delivery. These unplanned, emergency C-sections allow for a healthy birth even when complex complications are present. Problems during labor which may necessitate a C-section include:

Labor not progressing
Fetus switching position during labor
Distressed infant
Blockage of the cervical opening by the placenta
Prolapsed umbilical cord

Mothers should expect about a six-week recovery period following a C-section, including an initial hospital stay of two to three days. While in the hospital, mothers may spend time with their baby and begin breastfeeding. After returning home, mothers should limit strenuous activities such as lifting, reaching, and exercise, and should make sure to get plenty of rest.

Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy is the targeted use of extreme cold to destroy unhealthy or unwanted tissue. The doctor applies the cold on the skin or injects it through a needle to reach the inside of the body, where it freezes away the problem tissue. Cryotherapy is often used to remove minor skin problems such as warts or skin tags, and it is also used to treat some small tumors.

To achieve the cold temperatures needed for cryotherapy, liquid nitrogen or argon gas is passed through a tube, which becomes cold enough to freeze cells on contact. Alternatively, liquid nitrogen can be swabbed directly onto the skin or via a spray, which applies only a specific, small amount to the skin at a time.

Because the area treated is typically very small, cryotherapy is not usually painful. There may be a sensation of cold and possibly some slight discomfort. Cryotherapy is very fast and can easily be performed in a doctor's office. It also doesn't require stitches, because there is no cutting involved. These benefits make cryotherapy a good choice for many issues, including:

Common warts
Genital warts
Skin tags
Age spots
Some skin cancers
Cervical cancer
Prostate cancer
Retinoblastoma, cancer that occurs in the eye

Depending on the procedure, it usually takes three to four weeks to heal after cryotherapy. If it was done internally, patients may feel sore or have a small amount of swelling the first day afterwards. If cryotherapy was performed on the skin, patients will have a scab where their tissue was removed. Keep it clean and dry so it can heal.

Hysteroscopy

A hysteroscopy is a diagnostic procedure performed to examine the inside of the uterus. A thin tube with a camera and light at the end, called a hysteroscope, is inserted through the vagina. It allows the physician to view the cervix and uterine walls. Sometimes, gas or liquid is used to expand the uterus and allow a better view. If necessary, tiny instruments can also be passed through the tube and used for certain procedures, such as taking a biopsy or removing a polyp.

Hysteroscopy is often done to figure out the cause of abnormal menstrual bleeding. However, it can also be used to:

Identify the cause of recurrent miscarriage
Remove polyps or fibroids, non-cancerous growths in the uterus
Remove adhesions, scar tissue within the uterus
Identify uterine septums, a wall of tissue dividing the uterus
Perform ablation, the removal of excess uterine lining

If surgery is necessary, hysteroscopy is often used along with laparoscopy, a kind of surgery performed through small incisions in the abdomen. Tiny tools are passed through the incisions, and the hysteroscope guides the doctors while surgery is performed.

In The News

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

cervical cancer screening

cytology

gynecologic cytology

gynecologic pathology

Pap screening

Pap test

In 2012, Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD had a list price for cervical cancer screening, cytology, gynecologic cytology, gynecologic pathology, Pap screening, and Pap test that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	56

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA during 2013 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	87
lab tests	12

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	76

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	59
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	18
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2013

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA during 2014 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	74
lab tests	15

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	73

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	55
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2014

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	72

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	168

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	136
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	116
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2015

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA during 2016 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	99
lab tests	15

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	98

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	73
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	19
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2016

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA during 2017 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	38
cytology	30
doctor visit	80
gynecologic pathology	30
gynecologic procedures	38
preventive care	30

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	102

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	81
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	63
From 75 to 84	21
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2017

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA during 2018 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	78
cytology	76
doctor visit	121
gynecologic pathology	76
gynecologic procedures	78
preventive care	76

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	114
Black	0
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2018

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	14
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	16
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA during 2019 were preventive care, cytology, gynecologic pathology and breast exam.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	56
cytology	58
doctor visit	148
gynecologic pathology	58
gynecologic procedures	56
preventive care	58

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	142

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	113
Black	0
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2019

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	17
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA during 2020 were preventive care, cytology, gynecologic pathology and breast exam.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	53
cytology	54
doctor visit	71
gynecologic pathology	54
gynecologic procedures	53
preventive care	54

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	79
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	63
From 75 to 84	26
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2020

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA during 2021 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	45
cytology	44
doctor visit	88
gynecologic pathology	44
gynecologic procedures	45
preventive care	44

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	102

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	79
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	61
From 75 to 84	26
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2021

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA during 2022 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	57
cytology	56
doctor visit	84
gynecologic pathology	56
gynecologic procedures	57
preventive care	56

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	81
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD in 2022

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	13
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Fullerton, CA were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

breast exam	54
cytology	53
doctor visit	89
gynecologic pathology	53
gynecologic procedures	54
lab tests	14
preventive care	53

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	79
Hispanic	2
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	20
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	64

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	3
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	1
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	2
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD graduated from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine in 1987. He completed residency at Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in California.

Medical School: Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine (1987)

Residency: Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

AHMC Healthcare

Providence Medical Foundation

Providence St. Jude Medical Center

St. Jude Medical Center (Fullerton)

Providence Affiliated Physicians, St. Jude

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Providence, Health Net HMO and CIGNA HMO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

Blue Shield of California

United Healthcare HMO

Anthem

Medicare Advantage

Providence

Health Net HMO

CIGNA HMO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD has a good overall rating with an average of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Fullerton, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jerald John Thanos, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie, Inc.	$15,292 Orilissa $13,800	Lupron $175	Lupaneta $18	$1,299
AbbVie Inc.	$7,698 ORIAHNN $3,926	Orilissa $2,306	LO LOESTRIN FE $111	Liletta $81	$1,275
Olympus Corporation of the Americas	$867 PlasmaSpatula $867
Pfizer Inc.	$301 ESTRING $98	PVC $94	PREMARIN ORALS $34	MYFEMBREE $23	DUAVEE $23	Other $28
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$159 Da Vinci Surgical System $159
Other	$1,557 ACESSA PROVU SYSTEM $146	NEXPLANON $139	ESTRACE CREAM $139	Pelvic Floor Repair $136	PARAGARD $114	Other $883

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$19,125
Food and Beverage	$3,499
Travel and Lodging	$2,969
Education	$108
Consulting Fee	$100
Other	$72

Biography

Dr. Jerald Thanos is an obstetrics & gynecology specialist in Fullerton, CA. Clinical interests for Dr. Thanos include colposcopy, cryotherapy, and cystocele (bladder prolapse). His hospital/clinic affiliations include AHMC Healthcare and Providence Medical Foundation. He graduated from Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Thanos trained at a hospital affiliated with Tulane University for his residency. The average patient rating for Dr. Thanos is 3.5 stars (out of 5). He most likely takes United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Thanos has received the following distinction: America's Top Obstetricians & Gynecologists. He has an open panel in Fullerton, CA according to Providence Medical Foundation.