Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Thorsness, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Joliet, IL
- NPI 1588989164
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 72.7 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
951 Essington RD
Joliet, IL 604358427
(815) 744-4455
fax (815) 744-4756 - Additional location
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1870 Silver Cross Blvd Ste 200
New Lenox, IL 604518646
(815) 462-3474
fax (815) 207-4207
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 9, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Illinois #036137168
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588989164. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,756
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$276,427
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 2,086 | 221 | $1 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 627 | 366 | $32 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 248 | 216 | $70 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 216 | 202 | $132 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 165 | 133 | $93 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 157 | 157 | $172 | |
23472 |
Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder | 72 | 72 | $1,548 | |
73221 |
Mri scan of arm joint without contrast | 54 | 53 | $220 | |
29823 |
Removal of extensive shoulder joint tissue using an endoscope | 23 | 23 | $164 | |
29826 |
Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope | 22 | 22 | $184 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Joliet Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 200. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$186
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 3 | $74.96 | |
| DeRoyal Industries, INC. | 1 | $30.41 | |
| Heron Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $27.58 | |
| Orthofix Medical, INC. | 1 | $21.03 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $16.18 | |
| Linvatec Corporation | 1 | $16.03 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
36
Patients
17
Total drug cost
$422
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 19 | 0 | $247 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 17 | 17 | $175 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Thorsness's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Thorsness practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Joliet, IL.
Where does Dr. Robert Thorsness practice?
Dr. Robert Thorsness practices at 951 Essington RD, Joliet, IL 604358427. Office phone: 8157444455.
What is Dr. Robert Thorsness's NPI?
Dr. Robert Thorsness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588989164, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Thorsness accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Thorsness accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Thorsness commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views (HCPCS 73030); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.