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Dr. Heath Thornton, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Winston Salem, NC
- NPI 1942284450
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Medical Center Blvd
Winston Salem, NC 271570001
(336) 716-2255
fax (336) 716-0071
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 24, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #200300418 · North Carolina #2003-00418
- Medicaid (2)
- NC #89137G8 · SC #Q0041E
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942284450. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
226
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$18,751
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 57 | 51 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 56 | 47 | $115 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 40 | 29 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 19 | 14 | $63 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 17 | 15 | $111 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 14 | 14 | $122 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 12 | 12 | $106 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 11 | 11 | $93 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 50 peers in this city , average services per provider: 86. This provider delivers 2.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
640
Patients
134
Total drug cost
$32,835
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 89 | 26 | $500 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 68 | 23 | $367 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 66 | 23 | $761 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 62 | 20 | $701 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 54 | 16 | $367 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 44 | 13 | $1,785 |
| Metformin Hcl Er (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 43 | 13 | $531 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 32 | 0 | $450 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 32 | 0 | $452 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 29 | 0 | $501 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Heath Thornton's medical specialty?
Dr. Heath Thornton practices Family Medicine Physician in Winston Salem, NC.
Where does Dr. Heath Thornton practice?
Dr. Heath Thornton practices at Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 271570001. Office phone: 3367162255.
What is Dr. Heath Thornton's NPI?
Dr. Heath Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942284450, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Heath Thornton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Heath Thornton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Heath Thornton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.