James Thornton, M.D.
NPI 1891113486 · Neurology Physician · Louisville, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Thornton, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Louisville, KY (NPI 1891113486).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891113486
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R3645 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
921 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 223 | $77 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 144 | $127 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 127 | $165 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 85 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 66 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 69 | 24 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 55 | 16 |
| Gabapentin | 38 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 30 | — |
| Donepezil Hcl | 29 | — |
| Memantine Hcl | 22 | — |
| Lacosamide | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$600 across 27 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 500 S Preston StHsc-A, Rm 113Louisville, KY 40202-1702Phone: (502) 852-8426
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-04-01
- Last updated
- 2020-12-03
- Certified
- 2020-12-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Thornton's NPI number?
- James Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891113486, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Thornton's specialty?
- James Thornton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Thornton located?
- James Thornton's practice location on file with NPPES is 3900 Kresge Way Ste 56, Louisville, KY 40207-4683.
- What is James Thornton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Thornton is (502) 895-7265.
- Does James Thornton accept Medicare?
- James Thornton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Thornton's NPI active?
- Yes — James Thornton's NPI (1891113486) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.