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Dr. William Thornton, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Thornton, Anesthesiologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. William Thornton, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thornton graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program. 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 (210) 979-9686.

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

    • Residency: Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of 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 Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thornton typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Serous Retinal Detachment
    • Retinal Detachment
    • Fluid Retinal Detachment
    • Exudative Retinal Detachment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thornton typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Thornton may include:

    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 (210) 979-9686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thornton accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Thornton in San Antonio, TX 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?

    Dr. William Thornton's Primary Practice

    45 NE Loop 410 Ste 900

    San Antonio, TX 78216

    (210) 979-9686

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    Dr. William Thornton's Practice 2

    520 Madison Oak Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78258

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    Dr. William Thornton's Practice 3

    1139 E Sonterra Blvd

    San Antonio, TX 78258

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    What is Dr. Thornton's NPI number?A 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 1477536340.

    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. William Thornton's specialty?

    Dr. Thornton is an Anesthesiologist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    No, Dr. 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. William Thornton accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

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

    Does Dr. William Thornton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (210) 979-9686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Thornton?

    Please contact Dr. Thornton's office at (210) 979-9686 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thornton's office located?

    Dr. Thornton's office is located in San Antonio, TX.