Summary

Dr. Andrea Thornton is a pulmonologist with 33 years of experience treating lung and breathing disorders. She earned her medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed her residency at UC Davis Medical Center. Dr. Thornton speaks both Spanish and English, allowing her to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Thornton practices at Saint Marys Regional Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado. She specializes in treating serious conditions such as acute kidney injury, electrolyte imbalances, and stroke-related complications. Her expertise includes advanced procedures like therapeutic hypothermia for critically ill patients, pulmonary function testing to assess lung health, and sleep studies to diagnose breathing problems during sleep.

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Quick Facts

  • 33 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Uc Davis Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Andrea Sue Thornton

2635 N 7th StGrand Junction, CO 81501

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Andrea Sue Thornton

  • AARP
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Andrea Sue Thornton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Andrea Sue Thornton has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonologist
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Andrea Sue Thornton holds an active medical license in the state of Colorado.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Colorado that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Uc Davis Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Andrea Sue Thornton's NPI number is 1629178512.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Andrea Sue Thornton speak?
Andrea Sue Thornton speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Andrea Sue Thornton affiliated with?
Andrea Sue Thornton is affiliated with Saint Marys Regional Hospital.
Where is Andrea Sue Thornton's office located?
Andrea Sue Thornton's office is located at 2635 N 7th St, Grand Junction, CO, 81501.
How can I make an appointment with Andrea Sue Thornton?
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Does Andrea Sue Thornton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Andrea Sue Thornton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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