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    Who is Dr. Thornton, Pediatrician in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Donnyel Thornton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Thornton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thornton’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare 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 Dr. Thornton treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Thornton perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Donnyel Thornton may include:

    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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Thornton in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Other TPA

    • Premier

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?

    Dr. Donnyel Thornton's Primary Practice

    1129 Hale Rd

    Memphis, TN 38116

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    Dr. Donnyel Thornton's Practice 2

    7705 Poplar Ave Ste 230

    Germantown, TN 38138

    (901) 755-2400

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    Dr. Donnyel Thornton's Practice 3

    3155 Kirby Whitten Rd Ste 38134

    Bartlett, TN 38134

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    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 1528102506.

    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. Donnyel Thornton's specialty?

    Dr. Thornton is a Pediatrician near Memphis, TN. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Thornton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donnyel 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

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    Is Donnyel Thornton accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Donnyel Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donnyel 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 Donnyel Thornton?

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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