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Dr. Karen Thornton, MD

Dr. Karen Thornton, MD

Spring Valley, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thornton, Family Medicine Specialist in Spring Valley, NY?

    Dr. Karen Thornton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Spring Valley, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Thornton completed her residency at St Francis Hosp, Family Medicine; Temple Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery. Dr. Thornton is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (212) 581-7767.

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

    • Residency: St Francis Hosp, Family Medicine; Temple Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery | St Francis Hospital | Temple University Hospital | St Francis Hospital | Western Reserve Case System

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thornton board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Thornton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thornton speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Employment Medical Exam
    • Job physical
    • Employment health check
    • Pre-hire medical assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z021: Encounter for pre-employment examination

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen 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 (212) 581-7767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in Spring Valley, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?

    Dr. Karen Thornton's Primary Practice

    175 Route 59

    Spring Valley, NY 10977

    (212) 581-7767

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    Dr. Karen Thornton's Practice 2

    330 W 42nd St

    New York, NY 10036

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    Dr. Karen Thornton's Practice 3

    2718 Mermaid Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11224

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    What is Dr. Thornton's NPI number?An 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 1073629069.

    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. Karen Thornton's specialty?

    Dr. Thornton is a Family Medicine Specialist near Spring Valley, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, Mount Sinai West, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Hca Florida Aventura Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Karen Thornton accepting new patients in Spring Valley, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Thornton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (212) 581-7767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Thornton?

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (212) 581-7767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Thornton have?

    Dr. Karen Thornton is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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