DR. JOSEPH P THORNTON M.D.
NPI 1538147251
Colon & Rectal Surgery in Las Vegas, NV

Active since January 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, #160, PATIENT CARE CENTER, LAS VEGAS, NV 89102(702) 671-5150(702) 384-6493 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph P Thornton M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH P THORNTON M.D. (NPI 1538147251) is an individual colon & rectal surgery provider in Las Vegas, Nevada, licensed in Nevada (3592) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine (1971).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538147251
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208C00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH P THORNTONCredential: M.D.
Location Address1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, #160, PATIENT CARE CENTERLas Vegas, NV 89102-2351
Mailing Address2040 W Charleston Blvd, 601Las Vegas, NV 89102-2227 · (702) 671-2369 · Fax (702) 671-2377
Fax(702) 384-6493
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMeharry Medical College School Of MedicineGraduated 1971
Enumeration DateJanuary 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 2023
NPI 1538147251 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyColon & Rectal SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208C00000X
License Licensed in NV · 3592
Definition
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, Las Vegas, NV 89102

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid002002256NV
OtherCS01881NV · Pharmacy/cds

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph P Thornton M.d. 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 ID7911990684
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040407000835
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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
46 services29 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
26 services26 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Las Vegas, NV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number290007
Location1800 W Charleston BlvdLas Vegas, NV 89102 · Clark County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 89102 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
$88.51 typical visit price
range $57.07 – $173.24
Typical copayment $22.12 (range $14.26 – $43.31)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$71.14 typical visit price
range $18.27 – $140.96
Typical copayment $17.78 (range $4.56 – $35.24)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

Obstetrics & Gynecology
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, #120
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102
Dentist
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, SUITE 290
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102
Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, #190
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102
Internal Medicine
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, 230
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, 220
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102
Internal Medicine
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, 230
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
1707 W CHARLESTON BLVD, #160
LAS VEGAS, NV 89102

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 Joseph Thornton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Thornton is 1538147251. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 3, 2006.

Where is Joseph Thornton located?

Joseph Thornton practices at 1707 W Charleston Blvd #160, Patient Care Center, Las Vegas, NV 89102. The listed phone number is (702) 671-5150.

What is Joseph Thornton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Colon & Rectal Surgery with taxonomy code 208C00000X.

Is Joseph Thornton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph 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.

Is Joseph Thornton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Thornton is affiliated with University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Thornton was last updated on March 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years 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.