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Dr. Leah Thornton, MD

Anesthesiologist

Newark, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thornton, Anesthesiologist in Newark, OH?

    Dr. Leah Thornton, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Newark, OH with 2 additional practice locations. 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 (220) 564-4217.

    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 Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Leah Thornton may include:

    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 (220) 564-4217 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in Newark, OH?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?

    Dr. Leah Thornton's Primary Practice

    1320 W Main St

    Newark, OH 43055

    (220) 564-4217

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    Dr. Leah Thornton's Practice 2

    2000 Tamarack Rd

    Newark, OH 43055

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    Dr. Leah Thornton's Practice 3

    460 W 10th Ave

    Columbus, OH 43210

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    What is Dr. Thornton's NPI number?A 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 1518302066.

    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. Leah Thornton's specialty?

    Dr. Thornton is an Anesthesiologist near Newark, OH.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Leah Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Licking Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Leah Thornton accepting new patients in Newark, OH?

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

    Does Dr. Leah Thornton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (220) 564-4217 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leah Thornton?

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (220) 564-4217 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?

    Dr. Thornton's offices are located in Newark, OH and Columbus, OH.