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Dr. Christine Thorburn, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1659473726
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 943012302
(650) 321-4121 - Mailing address
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325 Distel Cir
Los Altos, CA 940221408
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 26, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A73049
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659473726. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
467
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$48,172
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 260 | 164 | $154 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 132 | 24 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 46 | 34 | $110 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 18 | 13 | $87 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 11 | 11 | $135 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 7.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$77
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 2 | $53.53 | |
| Genentech USA, Inc. | 1 | $23.18 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,099
Patients
220
Total drug cost
$1,239,348
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 240 | 63 | $2,997 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 214 | 53 | $10,441 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 133 | 39 | $10,469 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 104 | 30 | $1,809 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 70 | 12 | $1,922 |
| Enbrel Sureclick (Etanercept) | Brand | 45 | 0 | $349,820 |
| Leucovorin Calcium | Generic | 41 | 0 | $2,505 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 39 | 12 | $280 |
| Xeljanz Xr (Tofacitinib Citrate) | Brand | 36 | 0 | $245,881 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 35 | 11 | $300 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christine Thorburn's medical specialty?
Dr. Christine Thorburn practices Rheumatology Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Christine Thorburn practice?
Dr. Christine Thorburn practices at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 943012302. Office phone: 6503214121.
What is Dr. Christine Thorburn's NPI?
Dr. Christine Thorburn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659473726, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christine Thorburn accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christine Thorburn accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christine Thorburn commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.