Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Thornton, M.D.
Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician (CMS: Undefined Physician Type (Specify)) · Las Vegas, NV
- NPI 1538147251
- Accepts Medicare
- 55 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1707 W Charleston Blvd, #160, Patient Care Center
Las Vegas, NV 891022351
(702) 671-5150
fax (702) 384-6493 - Mailing address
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2040 W Charleston Blvd, 601
Las Vegas, NV 891022227
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 7, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1971 — 55 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208C00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Nevada #3592
- Medicaid
- NV #002002256
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538147251. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
94
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$8,026
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 47 | 36 | $55 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 20 | 17 | $91 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 16 | 16 | $113 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 11 | 11 | $167 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Las Vegas Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 22. This provider delivers 4.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$661
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 3 | $255.48 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $131.67 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 2 | $126.51 | |
| Tactile Systems Technology INC | 1 | $107.38 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $26.48 | |
| Organogenesis INC. | 1 | $13.09 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
82
Patients
30
Total drug cost
$1,678
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 52 | 30 | $997 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 17 | 0 | $346 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 13 | 0 | $335 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Thornton's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Thornton practices Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician in Las Vegas, NV.
Where does Dr. Joseph Thornton practice?
Dr. Joseph Thornton practices at 1707 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 891022351. Office phone: 7026715150.
What is Dr. Joseph Thornton's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538147251, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Thornton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Thornton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Thornton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.