Quick answers
- Where does Melvin Thornton see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 4 practice locations, including Kew Gardens, NY and Jamaica, NY. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Melvin Thornton's specialty?
- Medicare lists Obstetrics/Gynecology as the primary specialty.
- Does Melvin Thornton accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Melvin Thornton accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Melvin Thornton?
- (718) 006-6708, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Melvin Thornton's NPI number?
- 1720149784. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Melvin Thornton is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 120 46 Queens BlvdKew Gardens, NY 11415 (718) 006‑6708
- 89 -40Jamaica, NY 11418 (718) 206‑5200
- 8900 Van Wyck ExpresswayJamaica, NY 11418
- 8900 Van Wyck ExpyJamaica, NY 11418
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Melvin Thornton as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- TJH Medical Services PC219 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Obstetrics/Gynecologyprimary
Other OB-GYNs in Kew Gardens
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Kew Gardens, NY — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Graduation year | 1993 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1720149784 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians