Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thorne, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. George Thorne, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thorne graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at U Tex Hlth Sci Ctr. Dr. Thorne is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thorne’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thorne’s office at (214) 645-0078.
Where did Dr. Thorne go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Tex Hlth Sci Ctr | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
What languages does Dr. Thorne speak?
Dr. Thorne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Thorne treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Thorne 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. Thorne. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04129: Dry eye syndrome of unspecified lacrimal gland
What procedures does Dr. Thorne perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Thorne 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. Thorne. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Does Dr. Thorne accept my insurance?
Dr. Thorne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-0078 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thorne accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Thorne in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Thorne's office located?
Dr. George Thorne's Primary Practice
12606 Greenville Ave Ste 180
Dallas, TX 75243
(214) 645-0078
What is Dr. Thorne's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thorne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073514170.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thorne?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thorne
What is Dr. George Thorne's specialty?
Dr. Thorne is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Dallas, TX. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Thorne to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Thorne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thorne is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. 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 George Thorne accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. George Thorne is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Thorne offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thorne's office at (214) 645-0078 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Thorne?
Please contact Dr. Thorne's office at (214) 645-0078 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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