DR. DONALD ALAN THORNTON MD
NPI 1386763845
Anesthesiology in Spokane, WA

Q: What is Donald Thornton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Donald Thornton is 1386763845. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2007.

Q: What is Donald Thornton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Donald Thornton was last updated on April 8, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since March 28, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.48/100

CMS Quality Rating

101 W 8TH AVE, PSHMC, SPOKANE, WA 99204(509) 474-3181(509) 835-4058 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Dr. Donald Alan Thornton Md NPPES

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

DR. DONALD ALAN THORNTON MD (NPI 1386763845) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Spokane, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00048292) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St. George Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386763845

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. DONALD ALAN THORNTONCredential: MD

Location Address101 W 8TH AVE, PSHMCSpokane, WA 99204-2307

Mailing AddressPo Box 94645Seattle, WA 98124-6945 · (509) 474-3181 · Fax (509) 835-4058

Phone(509) 474-3181

Fax(509) 835-4058

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003

Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 2021

NPPES CertifiedApril 8, 2021

✔ NPI 1386763845 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00048292

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

101 W 8TH AVE, Spokane, WA 99204

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid8487738WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming.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. Donald Alan 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 ID8820182215

PECOS Enrollment IDI20221206002149

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 12

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.

Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410

Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.

48 services46 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

39 services39 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

35 services35 patients

Injection of local anesthetic for abdominal wall pain control on both sides using imaging guidance 64488

This procedure involves injecting a local anesthetic into the abdominal wall to manage pain. It's carried out on both sides of the abdomen using imaging guidance for precision. This helps numb the area, providing relief from discomfort.

26 services26 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

23 services23 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

18 services18 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

14 services14 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

14 services14 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

12 services12 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for fragmenting, manipulation and/or removal of kidney stone including use of an endoscope 00918

This procedure involves using anesthesia to ensure comfort while a special instrument called an endoscope helps to locate, break up, and possibly remove kidney stones. The endoscope is a thin, flexible tube which is gently inserted and navigated to the area of concern.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St. George Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · St George, UT

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number460021

Location1380 East Medical Center DriveSt George, UT 84790 · Washington County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

93.48/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

88.16

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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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.

CHELSEA POSENJAK

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

101 W 8TH AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 474-3131

CAITLIN KLAMPER MD

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)

101 W 8TH AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 474-4744

DR. SARAH N PETERSON MD

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)

101 W 8TH AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 474-3020

MICHAEL GROSS MD

Anesthesiology

101 W 8TH AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 474-3181

LAURA DARLENE DEWALD DO

Internal Medicine

101 W 8TH AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 626-9900

PAUL C THORNE MD

Surgery (Pediatric Surgery)

101 W 8TH AVE, STE 100
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 474-5445

DR. BROOKS THOMAS LASELLE M.D.

Emergency Medicine

101 W 8TH AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (253) 217-3832

MR. MICHAEL CLIFFORD BLANCH R.PH.

Pharmacist

101 W 8TH AVE
SPOKANE, WA 99204

Spokane County (509) 474-3088

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 Donald Thornton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Donald Thornton is 1386763845. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2007.

Where is Donald Thornton located?

Donald Thornton practices at 101 W 8th Ave Pshmc, Spokane, WA 99204. The listed phone number is (509) 474-3181.

What is Donald Thornton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Donald Thornton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Donald 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 Donald Thornton accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming list Donald 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 Donald Thornton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Donald Thornton is affiliated with St. George Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Donald Thornton was last updated on April 8, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.