Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite, MD/PHD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Thoracic Surgery) · Surgery Physician · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1831121789
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 921039000
(619) 543-7777
fax (619) 543-2652 - Mailing address
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Po Box 232410
San Diego, CA 921932410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 11, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G84093
- Medicaid
- CA #00G840930
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831121789. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
29
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$3,741
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 17 | 14 | $149 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 12 | 12 | $101 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 45. This provider delivers 0.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,647
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Therapeutics Corporation | 3 | $1,523.06 | |
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 1 | $104.68 | |
| Davol Inc. | 1 | $19.48 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite's medical specialty?
Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite practice?
Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 6195437777.
What is Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite's NPI?
Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831121789, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Patricia Thistlethwaite commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99443). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.