Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Karla Thornton
Infectious Disease Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Albuquerque, NM
- NPI 1982611935
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 81.4 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2211 Lomas Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 871062719
(505) 272-2111 - Mailing address
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800 Bradbury Dr Se Ste 116
Albuquerque, NM 871064310
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 29, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RI0200X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Mexico #93-410
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982611935. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
29
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$2,921
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 16 | 14 | $78 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 13 | 13 | $129 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Albuquerque Infectious Disease Physician, average services per provider: 68. This provider delivers 0.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$218
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 3 | $217.94 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Karla Thornton's medical specialty?
Dr. Karla Thornton practices Infectious Disease Physician in Albuquerque, NM.
Where does Dr. Karla Thornton practice?
Dr. Karla Thornton practices at 2211 Lomas Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 871062719. Office phone: 5052722111.
What is Dr. Karla Thornton's NPI?
Dr. Karla Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982611935, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Karla Thornton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Karla Thornton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Karla Thornton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.