CARA THORNE MD
NPI 1679070684
Orthopaedic Surgery in Fort Collins, CO

Q: What is Cara Thorne's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cara Thorne is 1679070684. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 7, 2018.

Q: What is Cara Thorne's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cara Thorne was last updated on February 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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 April 07, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2500 E PROSPECT RD, FORT COLLINS, CO 80525(970) 493-0112(970) 493-0521 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 5, 2026, Jun 25, 2024, Oct 10, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

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About Cara Thorne Md NPPES

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

CARA THORNE MD (NPI 1679070684) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Fort Collins, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0070728) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679070684

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207X00000X

Provider Legal NameCARA THORNECredential: MD

Location Address2500 E PROSPECT RDFort Collins, CO 80525-9718

Mailing Address2500 E Prospect RdFort Collins, CO 80525-9718 · (970) 493-0112 · Fax (970) 493-0521

Phone(970) 493-0112

Fax(970) 493-0521

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 2018

Enumeration DateApril 7, 2018

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 5, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 5, 2026

✔ NPI 1679070684 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207X00000X

License✔ Licensed in CO · DR.0070728

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryTaxonomy 207XS0106X · License DR.0070728 (CO)

2500 E PROSPECT RD, Fort Collins, CO 80525

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11926 61st AveGreeley, CO 80634-8165 · Phone (970) 573-3224 · Fax (970) 493-0521

Location 23470 E 15th StLoveland, CO 80538-8809 · Phone (970) 663-3975 · Fax (970) 493-0521

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Select Health, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Cara Thorne 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 ID7618225046

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240827004635

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Cara Thorne reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Orthopaedic & Spine Center Of The Rockies PC

Same address

Orthopaedic Surgery

2500 E PROSPECT RD
Fort Collins, CO 80525

Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
109 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1770579385 (970) 493-0112

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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136 services12 patients

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.

48 services37 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80525 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

$89.43 typical visit price

range $58.06 – $174.82

Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$72.20 typical visit price

range $18.88 – $142.79

Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)

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.

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