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Who is Dr. Thornton, Internist in Lexington, NC?
Dr. Candice Thornton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lexington, NC. She is board certified. Dr. Thornton completed her residency at Greenville Health System. Dr. Thornton is fluent in English, 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 (864) 631-2799.
Where did Dr. Thornton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Greenville Health System
Is Dr. Thornton board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Candice Thornton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
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 Internist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?
As an 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Candice Thornton may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (864) 631-2799 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in Lexington, NC?
Dr. Thornton in Lexington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?
Dr. Candice Thornton's Primary Practice
1201 Cotton Grove Rd
Lexington, NC 27292
(864) 631-2799
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 1922235787.
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. Candice Thornton's specialty?
Dr. Thornton is a Internist near Lexington, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Candice Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thornton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Candice Thornton accepting new patients in Lexington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Candice Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Candice Thornton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (864) 631-2799 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Candice Thornton?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (864) 631-2799 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Candice Thornton have?
Dr. Candice Thornton is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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