Vinod H Thourani, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Vinod H Thourani is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in Marietta, GA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: VASCULAR SURGERY
Patients across GA can see Vinod H Thourani, M.D. in person in Marietta or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Emory University School of Medicine graduate since 1994, he brings 32+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 93% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2405dNPPES updated 2019-10-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
55 Whitcher St Ne Suite 270, Marietta, GA 30060-1155
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.56%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.5 pts)
5.56% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96.5%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.7 pts)
Top 7% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
491
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
93
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
396
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $9k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+53%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$161.5k received from industry
190 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Vinod H Thourani's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
Emory University School of Medicine
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Education & Training
Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
2727 Paces Ferry Rd Se Ste 1-1100, Atlanta, GA 30339-6151
Differs from practice location
Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Vinod H Thourani
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Vinod H Thourani for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Marietta 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 Vinod H Thourani
NPI records show Dr. Thourani as active with telehealth listed in Marietta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (678) 331-6955.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Vinod H Thourani
Practice Location
55 Whitcher St Ne Suite 270, Marietta, GA 30060-1155
Mailing Address
2727 Paces Ferry Rd Se Ste 1-1100, Atlanta, GA 30339-6151
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