21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thornburg, Internist in Muskegon, MI?
Dr. Karen Thornburg, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Muskegon, MI. She has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Thornburg completed her residency at St Joseph Mercy Hospital. Dr. Thornburg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thornburg’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thornburg’s office.
Where did Dr. Thornburg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Mercy Hospital
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thornburg speak?
Dr. Thornburg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Thornburg typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Thornburg 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. Thornburg. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Thornburg typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Thornburg 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. Thornburg's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thornburg accept my insurance?
Dr. Thornburg 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. Thornburg accept in Muskegon, MI?
Dr. Thornburg in Muskegon, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ameraplan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thornburg's office located?
What is Dr. Thornburg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thornburg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003938119.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thornburg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thornburg
What is Dr. Karen Thornburg's specialty?
Dr. Thornburg is a Internist near Muskegon, MI.
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. Karen Thornburg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thornburg is affiliated with Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karen Thornburg accepting new patients in Muskegon, MI?
Yes, Dr. Karen Thornburg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Thornburg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thornburg's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Thornburg?
Please contact Dr. Thornburg's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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2700 Baker St Fl 3
Muskegon, MI 49444