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Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, MD

Newport Beach, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Reid-Thornton, Physiatrist in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Reid-Thornton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Reid-Thornton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Reid-Thornton’s office at (212) 423-4500.

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

    • Medical School: Howard University Medical School

    Is Dr. Reid-Thornton board certified in Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Reid-Thornton speak?

    Dr. Reid-Thornton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Reid-Thornton treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Reid-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. Reid-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.

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Syphilitic Dementia and Paralysis
    • Dementia
    • Paralysis
    • Syphilis
    • General Paralysis of the Insane
    • Dementia Paralytica
    • Syphilitic Brain Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A5217: General paresis

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Paralyzed Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait
    • Paralysis in Legs
    • Difficulty Walking Due to Paralysis
    • Weakness Affecting Walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
    • R261: Paralytic gait

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Primary Widespread Arthritis
    • Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R278: Other lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Posture
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Poor Posture
    • Postural Imbalance
    • Stooped Posture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R293: Abnormal posture

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Contracture
    • Joint Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle stiffness
    • Joint stiffness
    • Limited movement
    • Muscle shortening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6249: Contracture of muscle, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Does Dr. Reid-Thornton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Reid-Thornton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 423-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Reid-Thornton accept in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Reid-Thornton in Newport Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Reid-Thornton's office located?

    Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton's Primary Practice

    1601 Dove St Ste 275

    Newport Beach, CA 92660

    (212) 423-4500

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    Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton's Practice 2

    201 W Wardlow Rd

    Long Beach, CA 90807

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    Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton's Practice 3

    5 E 102nd St Ste 17

    New York, NY 10029

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

    Dr. Reid-Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770538886.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Reid-Thornton?

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

    What is Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton's specialty?

    Dr. Reid-Thornton is a Physiatrist near Newport Beach, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Reid-Thornton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Reid-Thornton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ruth Reid-Thornton accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Reid-Thornton's office at (212) 423-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruth Reid-Thornton?

    Please contact Dr. Reid-Thornton's office at (212) 423-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton have?

    Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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