Patty Anne Thornton, PA-C
Patty Anne Thornton is a Physician Assistant based in Rutland, VT with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patty Anne Thornton, PA-C has been part of the Rutland medical community since 2006 in group practice. With 30+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Rutland area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.24/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 56% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Federal MIPS score higher than 91% of MIPS-scored doctors in Vermont
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 91% of doctors in Vermont on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.24/100
Vermont avg: 74.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.6 pts)
Top 9% of MIPS-scored doctors in VermontHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.21%
Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.1 pts)
5.21% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.4%
Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in VermontHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
218
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
314
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,405
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $794k
Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Mailing address
92 Allen St, Rutland, VT 05701-4562
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Patty Anne Thornton
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Patty Anne Thornton for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Rutland required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Patty Anne Thornton
NPI records show Dr. Thornton as active with telehealth listed in Rutland, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 776-4045.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
92 Allen St, Rutland, VT 05701
Mailing Address
92 Allen St, Rutland, VT 05701-4562
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