Lee Thornton, M.D.
NPI 1043318280 · Specialist · Meridian, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lee Thornton, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Meridian, MS (NPI 1043318280).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043318280
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 15860 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,053 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 250 | $82 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More99202 | 112 | $65 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 72 | $100 |
| Application of Light to Destroy Precancer Skin Growth96567 | 63 | $114 |
| Removal of Excessive Skin and Fat of Upper Eyelid15823 | 56 | $738 |
| Removal of Noncancer Skin Growth of Body, Arms, Or Legs, 1.1-2.0 Cm11402 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 93 | 85 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 79 | 74 |
| Mupirocin | 57 | 35 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 57 | 46 |
| Promethazine Hcl | 28 | 21 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 20 | 15 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 16 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11,992 across 15 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-20
- Last updated
- 2020-05-12
- Certified
- 2020-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lee Thornton's NPI number?
- Lee Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043318280, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lee Thornton's specialty?
- Lee Thornton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Lee Thornton located?
- Lee Thornton's practice location on file with NPPES is 5002 Highway 39 N Bldg C, Meridian, MS 39301-1078.
- What is Lee Thornton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lee Thornton is (601) 693-7742.
- Does Lee Thornton accept Medicare?
- Lee Thornton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lee Thornton's NPI active?
- Yes — Lee Thornton's NPI (1043318280) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.