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ANTHONY M THORNTON M.D.
NPI 1568453371
Anesthesiology in Phila, PA

Active since November 01, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
800 SPRUCE ST, PHILA, PA 19107(800) 394-4445(706) 650-1034 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Anthony M Thornton M.d. NPPES

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

ANTHONY M THORNTON M.D. (NPI 1568453371) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Phila, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (051791L) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Pottstown Hospital, and is a graduate of Temple University School Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568453371
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameANTHONY M THORNTONCredential: M.D.
Location Address800 SPRUCE STPhila, PA 19107-6130
Mailing Address804 Scott Nixon Memorial DrAugusta, GA 30907-2464 · (800) 394-4445 · Fax (706) 650-1034
Phone(800) 394-4445
Fax(706) 650-1034
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTemple University School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1568453371 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · 051791L
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.
800 SPRUCE ST, Phila, PA 19107
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified041244
Medicare UPINF82027PA
Medicare PIN041244N7NPA

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

Anthony M 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 ID7113952557
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051004000899
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 8

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 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.
79 services79 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.
54 services52 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
48 services48 patients
Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
29 services29 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.
25 services25 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on anus and rectum 00902
Anesthesia for procedures on the anus and rectum ensures comfort during medical procedures. It involves the administration of medication to numb the area or induce sleep, so you don't feel pain or discomfort. This helps doctors perform necessary procedures smoothly and effectively.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Pottstown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pottstown, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390123
Location1600 East High StreetPottstown, PA 19464 · Montgomery County
Emergency services

Phoenixville Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Phoenixville, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number390127
Location140 Nutt RoadPhoenixville, PA 19460 · Chester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

JENNA SNYDER MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Philadelphia County (856) 803-3694
MR. ANTHONY JOHN CORDISCO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Philadelphia County (215) 316-5151
PEDRO GONZALEZ-ALEGRE MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Philadelphia County (215) 829-6500
CATRINA JONES CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Philadelphia County (215) 829-5664
KATHLEEN M VELOSO MD
Anesthesiology
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Philadelphia County (215) 829-5664
MICHELLE RAE HALVORSEN CRNP
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
800 SPRUCE ST, 2 CATHCART
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Philadelphia County (215) 829-3301
MOHAMMAD M SARHAN MD
Hospitalist
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Philadelphia County (215) 829-5410
NEEPA SHAH MD
Internal Medicine
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Philadelphia County (215) 829-5410

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 Anthony Thornton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Anthony Thornton is 1568453371. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2005.

Where is Anthony Thornton located?

Anthony Thornton practices at 800 Spruce St, Phila, PA 19107. The listed phone number is (800) 394-4445.

What is Anthony Thornton's specialty?

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

Is Anthony Thornton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Anthony 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 Anthony Thornton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Anthony Thornton is affiliated with Pottstown Hospital and Phoenixville Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Anthony Thornton was last updated on November 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.