Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Melanie Thornton, LMSW

Social Worker (CMS: Clinical Social Worker) · Athens, GA

  • NPI 1235587726
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 13 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
250 North Ave
Athens, GA 306012244
(706) 389-6789
fax (706) 227-7249

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
May 2016 — 10 yrs on file
Year of graduation
2013 — 13 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
104100000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Georgia #MSW006452

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235587726. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
31
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$3,424
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
90791 Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 20 20 $110
90791 Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 11 11 $111

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 15. This provider delivers 2.1× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Melanie Thornton's medical specialty?
Dr. Melanie Thornton practices Social Worker in Athens, GA.
Where does Dr. Melanie Thornton practice?
Dr. Melanie Thornton practices at 250 North Ave, Athens, GA 306012244. Office phone: 7063896789.
What is Dr. Melanie Thornton's NPI?
Dr. Melanie Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235587726, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melanie Thornton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melanie Thornton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melanie Thornton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation (HCPCS 90791); Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation (HCPCS 90791). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.