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Dr. Sarah Thornton, MD

Dr. Sarah Thornton, MD

Pediatrician

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thornton, Pediatrician in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Sarah Thornton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Thornton graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Dr. Thornton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thornton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thornton’s office at (202) 444-2000.

    Where did Dr. Thornton go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thornton speak?

    Dr. Thornton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Thornton typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Thornton diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Thornton. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Thornton typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Thornton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Thornton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thornton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Thornton in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Thornton's Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (202) 444-2000

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    What is Dr. Thornton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750543575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thornton?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thornton

    What is Dr. Sarah Thornton's specialty?

    Dr. Thornton is a Pediatrician near Washington, DC.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Sarah Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Calverthealth Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sarah Thornton accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Thornton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (202) 444-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Thornton?

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (202) 444-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?

    Dr. Thornton's office is located in Washington, DC.