Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Robert Thornton, M.D.

Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Shreveport, LA

  • NPI 1851397855
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
  • 56 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
2121 Line Ave
Shreveport, LA 711042126
(318) 226-9441
fax (318) 425-3236

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
October 7, 2020
Year of graduation
1970 — 56 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207YX0905X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Louisiana #03480R
Medicaid
LA #1171662

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851397855. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
2,571
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$147,210
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
95165 Professional service for preparation and provision of 1 or more antigens 515 62 $13
95115 Professional service for single injection of allergen 464 44 $9
69210 Removal of impacted ear wax 366 309 $44
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 358 236 $85
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 311 261 $120
99204 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 216 216 $157
J0702 Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg 143 70 $7
96372 Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 62 57 $13
31575 Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope 51 46 $119
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes 43 43 $106

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in Shreveport Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 197. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
233
Patients
105
Total drug cost
$3,960
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Azelastine Hcl Generic 63 32 $2,365
Fluticasone Propionate Generic 50 13 $510
Azithromycin Generic 37 31 $183
Omeprazole Generic 20 0 $188
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) Brand 19 18 $166
Clorazepate Dipotassium Generic 11 0 $254
Mupirocin Generic 11 0 $50
Nystatin Generic 11 11 $198
Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) Brand 11 0 $46

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Robert Thornton's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Thornton practices Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician in Shreveport, LA.
Where does Dr. Robert Thornton practice?
Dr. Robert Thornton practices at 2121 Line Ave, Shreveport, LA 711042126. Office phone: 3182269441.
What is Dr. Robert Thornton's NPI?
Dr. Robert Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851397855, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Thornton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Thornton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Thornton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Professional service for preparation and provision of 1 or more antigens (HCPCS 95165); Professional service for single injection of allergen (HCPCS 95115); Removal of impacted ear wax (HCPCS 69210). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.