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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thornton, Podiatrist in North Olmsted, OH?
Dr. Debra Thornton is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in North Olmsted, OH with 1 additional practice location. 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.
What languages does Dr. Thornton speak?
Dr. Thornton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes nerve issues
- Diabetic nervous system problems
- Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Plantar wart
- Warts
- Foot wart
- Verruca plantaris
ICD-10 Codes:
- B070: Plantar wart
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Thornton performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Routine Nail Trimming
- Medical Nail Care
- Podiatric Nail Trimming
- Foot Nail Clipping
- Therapeutic Nail Trimming
CPT Codes:
- 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number
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 North Olmsted, OH?
Dr. Thornton in North Olmsted, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1891874756.
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. Debra Thornton's specialty?
Dr. Thornton is a Podiatrist near North Olmsted, OH.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Debra Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview Hospital, Southwest General Health Center, Hillcrest Hospital 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
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Is Debra Thornton accepting new patients in North Olmsted, OH?
Yes, Dr. Debra Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debra 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 Debra Thornton?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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