Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Joshua D Horton
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
Joshua D. Horton, M.D., is a head and neck surgical oncologist with Norton Cancer Institute. Dr. Horton earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine, New York. He completed his residency training in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina, and a fellowship in head and neck surgical oncology and microvascular reconstruction at Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute, both in Charleston, South Carolina.
Dr. Horton specializes in surgical removal and microvascular reconstruction to treat complex benign and malignant conditions of the head and neck and is board certified in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery. He works alongside a wide range of specialists, including otolaryngologists, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, cancer rehabilitation specialists, an oncologic dermatologist, nutritionists and speech-language pathologists.
He is an active member of the American Head and Neck Society and the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. He has made an impact in the field of head and neck cancer research, authoring numerous high-level academic papers and presenting at many conferences.
Dr. Horton is originally from Southern Indiana. He credits his previous experience practicing general otolaryngology in Western Kentucky with leading him to discover his passion for treating head and neck cancer.
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Locations
- Norton Cancer Institute - Brownsboro
- 4955 Norton Healthcare Boulevard, Louisville, KY 40241
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-394-6350
- Norton Cancer Institute - Downtown
- 676 South Floyd Street, Louisville, KY 40202
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-629-2500
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Sarah Cannon Cancer Center, Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery, 2024
- Residency: Medical University of South Carolina, Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery, 2021
- Medical Education: New York University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2016
Board Certifications
- Otolaryngology: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2022
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Ambetter from MHS
- Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
- Anthem
- Anthem Indiana Medicaid
- Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
- Anthem Pathway
- Anthem Pathway Transition
- CareSource Indiana Medicaid
- CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
- Cigna
- CorVel
- Coventry
- Encore
- Essence
- First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
- HealthSmart
- Hosparus
- Humana Medicaid
- Humana Medicare
- Indiana Health Network
- Indiana Medicaid
- Indiana Medicare
- Kentucky Medicaid
- Kentucky Medicare
- MDwise
- MHS
- Molina Healthcare
- MultiPlan
- Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
- Passport Marketplace
- Provider Net/OMCA
- Sagamore
- Signature Advantage
- SIHO
- TRICARE Humana Military
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
- Veterans Affairs (VA)
- WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
- WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
- Wellpath
- Workers’ Compensation
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
70 ratings, 23 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
The doctor and his attending nurse were both patient and kind, asks questions and listened carefully. They took the time to explain things and discuss. I didn't feel rushed, and I felt very well care for by the entire office staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
Everyone was very caring and made me feel at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
AMAZING!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr. Horton and his medical Assistant took the time to understand my medical history and were extremely patient . They explained my MRI and helped me to calm down when they looked at my throat with the camera . The medical Assistant let me hold his hands while it was being done because I was very nervous. I could not ask for a better group to help me . They were patient , extremely knowledgeable, gave me the time I needed and helped me to understand what my next steps would be .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
I was really impressed with the overall atmosphere, attitude and attention that was shown by the staff and especially Dr Horton.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
Good provider horrible management and billing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
I liked the parking
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Very patient and understandingAlways caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Everyone was exceptional couldn't have asked for any better
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Very good customer service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2025
Our wait was long due to needing a room with a scope. Dr Horton and his team were amazing. We actually look fwd to seeing him again. He was amazing. My husband was just diagnosed with carcinoma in his throat and Dr Horton is on it. My husband will probably be in surgery this week or early next week. I believe we met a speech therapist or an O.T. A lady did labs and of course we had a nurse every person that came in had a smile and they were all positive and caring and that's what we needed when you just found out you have cancer. We even talked about how amazing everyone there was on our way home as we live 2 hours away.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Fantastic, conducted himself very well, super professional and helpful with my road to recovery. Very Informative And supportive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
Doctor was very thorough in his assessment of my symptoms, explanation of tests and what to expect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
He understood my concern about being there and made me comfortable that he could help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Dr.Horton Changed my life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr Horton, [...] are amazing !!! Their staff is as well .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Dr Horton was great. Listened answered and was very trustworthy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2025
Love my team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
Dr. Horton is and was an outstanding doctor! I have always saw VA doctor's who has this caliber of professionalism and experience. I am so very glad that Dr Horton made all the best medical decisions that I required for my illness. Thank you so very much Dr Horton.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Very professional and careing.
