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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thornton, Critical Care Internist in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Andrea Thornton, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thornton graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine, completed her residency at UC Irvine Medical Center, and is currently affiliated with St Marys Hospital Neonatal Icu. Dr. Thornton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thornton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thornton’s office at (970) 298-5864.
Where did Dr. Thornton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of 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 Critical Care Internist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrea Thornton may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
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 (970) 298-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Thornton in Grand Junction, CO 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?
Dr. Andrea Thornton's Primary Practice
1050 Wellington Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 298-5864
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 1629178512.
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. Andrea Thornton's specialty?
Dr. Thornton is a Critical Care Internist near Grand Junction, CO.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Andrea Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Andrea Thornton accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrea Thornton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (970) 298-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrea Thornton?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (970) 298-5864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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