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Otolaryngology

Robert S. Thornton, MD

Works at hospitals in Shreveport, LA · Louisiana

Summary

Robert S. Thornton, MD (Otolaryngology) is listed by Medicare at 2 hospitals in Shreveport, LA. NPI 1851397855. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Robert S. Thornton, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OtolaryngologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
56Years since medical school (graduated 1970)
University Of Arkansas College Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Ear Nose and Throat Center a Medical CorporationGroup practice

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Robert S. Thornton work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Robert S. Thornton at 2 hospitals: CHRISTUS Shreveport-Bossier Health System and Willis Knighton Medical Center. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Robert S. Thornton see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Shreveport, LA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Robert S. Thornton's specialty?
Medicare lists Otolaryngology as the primary specialty, and also Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Does Robert S. Thornton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Robert S. 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 Robert S. Thornton?
(318) 798-0759, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Robert S. Thornton's NPI number?
1851397855. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Robert S. Thornton works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Robert S. Thornton at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Robert S. Thornton is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Robert S. Thornton as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Ear Nose and Throat Center a Medical Corporation10 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Arkansas College Of Medicine
Graduation year1970
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1851397855
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians