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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thornton, Infectious Disease Specialist in West Roxbury, MA?
Dr. David Thornton, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in West Roxbury, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Thornton graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Infectious Diseases; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thornton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thornton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thornton’s office at (617) 203-5062.
Where did Dr. Thornton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Infectious Diseases; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Thornton board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Thornton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 Dr. Thornton treat?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- Exposure to HIV
- HIV
- HIV contact
- Suspected HIV exposure
- Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Which procedures does Dr. Thornton perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. David 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thornton's office.
Does Dr. Thornton accept my insurance?
Dr. Thornton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 203-5062 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in West Roxbury, MA?
Dr. Thornton in West Roxbury, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
Student Assurance Service
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?
Dr. David Thornton's Primary Practice
1400 Vfw Pkwy
West Roxbury, MA 02132
(617) 203-5062
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 1003912510.
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. David Thornton's specialty?
Dr. Thornton is a Infectious Disease Specialist near West Roxbury, MA.
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.
Contact Dr. Thornton to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. David Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Boston Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 David Thornton accepting new patients in West Roxbury, MA?
Yes, Dr. David Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Thornton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (617) 203-5062 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Thornton?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (617) 203-5062 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Thornton have?
Dr. David Thornton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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