AT
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Thornton, Infectious Disease Specialist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Alice Thornton, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thornton completed her residency at In Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thornton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thornton’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thornton’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Thornton?
Dr. Alice Thornton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Thornton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lexington, KY community, Dr. Thornton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Thornton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: In Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Marshall Univ Sch of Med, Huntington Wv | Marshall University
What languages does Dr. Thornton speak?
Dr. Thornton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alice Thornton may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Thornton in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Kentucky
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?
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 1063524841.
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. Alice Thornton's specialty?
Dr. Thornton is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Lexington, KY.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Alice Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thornton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital, UK HealthCare Good Samaritan Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Alice Thornton accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Alice Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alice Thornton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alice Thornton?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Infectious Disease Specialist Near Lexington, KY
RG
Infectious Disease Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Richard Greenberg, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY. He is board certified.
Lexington, KY
LO
Infectious Disease Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Lovisa Olafsdottir, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY.
Lexington, KY
SE
Infectious Disease Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Sami El-Dalati, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations.
Lexington, KY