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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thornton, Physiatrist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Zach Thornton is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN 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 at (901) 683-9630.
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 Physiatrist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, 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:
- Needle Insertion into Muscle
- Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
- Muscle Needle Treatment
- Therapeutic Needle Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Thornton accept my insurance?
Dr. Thornton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 683-9630 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?
Dr. Zach Thornton's Primary Practice
5220 Park Ave Ste 201
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 683-9630
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 1366119034.
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. Zach Thornton's specialty?
Dr. Thornton is a Physiatrist near Memphis, TN.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Zach Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Methodist University 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
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Is Zach Thornton accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Zach Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zach Thornton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (901) 683-9630 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zach Thornton?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (901) 683-9630 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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