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Dr. Jeffrey Thornton, MD

Glenwood Springs, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thornton, Neurologist in Glenwood Springs, CO?

    Dr. Jeffrey Thornton, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Glenwood Springs, CO. He is board certified. Dr. Thornton graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Creighton University Med Center. 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.

    Where did Dr. Thornton go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Creighton University Med Center | University of Nebraska Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine | University of Nebraska College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thornton board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Thornton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    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 Neurologist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Other Migraine Types
    • Migraine
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine
    • Uncommon migraine
    • Atypical migraine
    • Complex migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
    • G43809: Other migraine, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's
    • Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
    • Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
    • PSP
    • Steele-Richardson-Olszewski Syndrome
    • Progressive Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G231: Progressive supranuclear ophthalmoplegia [Steele-Richardson-Olszewski]

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Single Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Mononeuropathy Multiplex
    • Multifocal Neuropathy
    • Widespread Nerve Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G587: Mononeuritis multiplex

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    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 Glenwood Springs, CO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Thornton's Primary Practice

    1830 Blake Ave Ste 101

    Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

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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 1033163266.

    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. Jeffrey Thornton's specialty?

    Dr. Thornton is a Neurologist near Glenwood Springs, CO.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

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

    Yes, Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Aspen Valley Hospital, Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co 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 a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. 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 Jeffrey Thornton accepting new patients in Glenwood Springs, CO?

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

    Does Dr. Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey Thornton?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Thornton have?

    Dr. Jeffrey Thornton is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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