Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Thornton, PA-C
Physician Assistant · Surgical Physician Assistant · Nashville, TN
- NPI 1679549851
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.3 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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8 City Blvd Ste 300
Nashville, TN 372092560
(615) 329-6600
fax (615) 321-6226 - Additional location
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2500 E Prospect RD
Fort Collins, CO 805259718
(970) 493-0112 - Additional location
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11060 Lebanon RD
Mt Juliet, TN 371225525
(615) 288-7043
fax (615) 288-7044 - Mailing address
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Po Box 306556
Nashville, TN 372306556
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 26, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Tennessee #5783 · Colorado #PA.0003671
- Medicaid
- CO #92883036
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679549851. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
378
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$35,193
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 127 | 121 | $178 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 83 | 21 | $1 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 75 | 75 | $96 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 30 | 30 | $63 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 29 | 29 | $76 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 20 | 17 | $36 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 14 | 14 | $30 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 167 peers in Nashville Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 64. This provider delivers 5.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
236
Patients
201
Total drug cost
$2,184
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 83 | 71 | $1,013 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 70 | 64 | $872 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 39 | 32 | $157 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 23 | 14 | $30 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 21 | 20 | $112 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Thornton's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Thornton practices Physician Assistant in Nashville, TN.
Where does Dr. Michael Thornton practice?
Dr. Michael Thornton practices at 8 City Blvd Ste 300, Nashville, TN 372092560. Office phone: 6153296600.
What is Dr. Michael Thornton's NPI?
Dr. Michael Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679549851, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Thornton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Thornton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Thornton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee (HCPCS 27447); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.