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DR. KEVIN M THORNTON MD
NPI 1245281468
Emergency Medicine in Duluth, MN

Q: What is Kevin Thornton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kevin Thornton is 1245281468. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2006.

Q: What is Kevin Thornton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kevin Thornton was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 39 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since May 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

915 E 1ST ST, DULUTH, MN 55805(218) 249-5555 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Kevin M Thornton Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. KEVIN M THORNTON MD (NPI 1245281468) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Duluth, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (46502) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Memorial Health Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245281468

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207P00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. KEVIN M THORNTONCredential: MD

Location Address915 E 1ST STDuluth, MN 55805-2107

Mailing Address915 E 1st StDuluth, MN 55805-2107 · (218) 249-5555

Phone(218) 249-5555

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991

Enumeration DateMay 12, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1245281468 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207P00000X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 46502

Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

915 E 1ST ST, Duluth, MN 55805

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Medica.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Kevin M Thornton Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID547159972

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040313000311

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284

An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.

126 services121 patients

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285

An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.

53 services51 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

21 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

North Memorial Health Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Robbinsdale, MN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240001

Location3300 Oakdale NorthRobbinsdale, MN 55422 · Hennepin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Medical Center-Mesabi/ Mesaba Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Hibbing, MN

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number240040

Location750 East 34th StHibbing, MN 55746 · St. Louis County

Birthing friendly

Grand Itasca Clinic And Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Grand Rapids, MN

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240064

Location1601 Golf Course RoadGrand Rapids, MN 55744 · Itasca County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55805 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$85.82 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$98.61 typical visit price

range $18.32 – $138.04

Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

SCOTT IAN HALVORSON CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

915 E 1ST ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

St. Louis County (218) 249-5555

ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL OF DULUTH

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

915 E 1ST ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

St. Louis County (218) 249-5353

MARK PAUL SUOJANEN M.D.

Anesthesiology

915 E 1ST ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

St. Louis County (218) 249-5352

DR. GREGORY K BERNHARDT MD

Emergency Medicine

915 E 1ST ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

St. Louis County (218) 249-5616

ALAN DAVID HAGEN PT

Physical Therapist

915 E 1ST ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

St. Louis County (218) 249-5555

ANTHONY RICHARD GRAND PHARMD

Pharmacist

915 E 1ST ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

St. Louis County (218) 249-5555

EMILY KATHRYN EASH CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

915 E 1ST ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

St. Louis County (218) 249-5352

DR. DONALD L LEAKE MD

Anesthesiology

915 E 1ST ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

St. Louis County (218) 249-5353

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Kevin Thornton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kevin Thornton is 1245281468. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2006.

Where is Kevin Thornton located?

Kevin Thornton practices at 915 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55805. The listed phone number is (218) 249-5555.

What is Kevin Thornton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Kevin Thornton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kevin Thornton is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Kevin Thornton accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Medica list Kevin Thornton as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Kevin Thornton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kevin Thornton is affiliated with North Memorial Health Hospital, University Medical Center-Mesabi/ Mesaba Clinics and Grand Itasca Clinic And Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kevin Thornton was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 39 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.