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Dr. John Thornton, MD, MPH
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Cleveland, OH
- NPI 1992739304
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2500 Metrohealth Dr, Mhmc-Medicine/Pulmonary
Cleveland, OH 441091900
(216) 778-5106
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 14, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Ohio #35087113 · Washington #MD00035231
- Medicaid
- OH #2598649
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1992739304. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
234
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$20,792
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 73 | 32 | $207 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 32 | 18 | $94 | |
94060 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration | 26 | 26 | $10 | |
94726 |
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors | 24 | 24 | $11 | |
94729 |
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases | 24 | 24 | $8 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 19 | 11 | $76 | |
94618 |
Test for exercise-induced lung stress | 13 | 13 | $21 | |
94729 |
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases | 12 | 12 | $9 | |
94010 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume | 11 | 11 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 55 peers in this city , average services per provider: 45. This provider delivers 5.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
130
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$56,365
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spiriva Handihaler (Tiotropium Bromide) | Brand | 34 | 0 | $26,114 |
| Symbicort (Budesonide/Formoterol Fumarate) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $13,762 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 23 | 11 | $888 |
| Combivent Respimat (Ipratropium/Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $10,468 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 17 | 0 | $48 |
| Breo Ellipta (Fluticasone/Vilanterol) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $5,085 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Thornton's medical specialty?
Dr. John Thornton practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Cleveland, OH.
Where does Dr. John Thornton practice?
Dr. John Thornton practices at 2500 Metrohealth Dr, Cleveland, OH 441091900. Office phone: 2167785106.
What is Dr. John Thornton's NPI?
Dr. John Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992739304, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Thornton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Thornton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Thornton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration (HCPCS 94060). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.