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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Thornton, Infectious Disease Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Karla Thornton is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Thornton graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed her residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; University Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thornton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thornton’s office at (505) 272-2111.
Where did Dr. Thornton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; University Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of New Mexico Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Thornton board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karla Thornton is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, 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:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Hepatitis C
- Hep C
- HCV infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B1920: Unspecified viral hepatitis C without hepatic coma
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karla Thornton may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
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 (505) 272-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Thornton in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Health Care Service Corporation
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?
Dr. Karla Thornton's Primary Practice
2211 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 272-2111
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 1982611935.
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. Karla Thornton's specialty?
Dr. Thornton is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Karla Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thornton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unm 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. 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 Karla Thornton accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Karla Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karla Thornton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (505) 272-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karla Thornton?
Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (505) 272-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karla Thornton have?
Dr. Karla Thornton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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