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Dr. Caitlin Thornley, MD

Surgeon

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thornley, Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Caitlin Thornley, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thornley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thornley’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thornley’s office at (310) 794-7161.

    What languages does Dr. Thornley speak?

    Dr. Thornley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Thornley typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Thornley 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. Thornley. 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:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Thornley typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Thornley 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. Thornley. 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:

    • Liver Transplant Surgery
    • Orthotopic liver transplant
    • Cadaveric liver transplant
    • Living donor liver transplant
    • Liver replacement surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47135: Liver allotransplantation, orthotopic, partial or whole, from cadaver or living donor, any age

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Reconstruction
    • Extrahepatic Bile Duct Repair
    • Biliary Duct Anastomosis
    • Plastic Repair of Bile Ducts

    CPT Codes:

    • 47800: Reconstruction, plastic, of extrahepatic biliary ducts with end-to-end anastomosis

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
    • Renal Allotransplantation
    • Kidney Graft Implantation
    • New Kidney Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy

    Does Dr. Thornley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thornley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-7161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thornley accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Thornley in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Thornley's office located?

    Dr. Caitlin Thornley's Primary Practice

    950 Charles Young Dr Ste 77 120

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 794-7161

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    Dr. Caitlin Thornley's Practice 2

    200 Medical Plz Ste 214

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Caitlin Thornley's Practice 3

    10833 Le Conte Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    What is Dr. Thornley's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Thornley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316397003.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thornley?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thornley

    What is Dr. Caitlin Thornley's specialty?

    Dr. Thornley is a Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Caitlin Thornley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thornley is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center 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 Dr. Caitlin Thornley accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Caitlin Thornley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Caitlin Thornley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thornley's office at (310) 794-7161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Caitlin Thornley?

    Please contact Dr. Thornley's office at (310) 794-7161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thornley's office located?

    Dr. Thornley's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.