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KAREN LINDOWER DO
NPI 1033117627
Family Medicine in Hillsdale, MI

Active since July 08, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.75/100
CMS Quality Rating
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, SUITE 120, HILLSDALE, MI 49242(517) 437-0010(517) 437-0319 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 14, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Karen Lindower Do NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

KAREN LINDOWER DO (NPI 1033117627) is an individual family medicine provider in Hillsdale, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (5101010852) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hillsdale Hospital, and is a graduate of At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033117627
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameKAREN LINDOWERCredential: DO
Location Address451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, SUITE 120Hillsdale, MI 49242-9812
Mailing Address451 Hidden Meadows Dr, Suite 120Hillsdale, MI 49242-9812 · (517) 437-0010 · Fax (517) 437-0319
Phone(517) 437-0010
Fax(517) 437-0319
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSAt Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, KirksvilleGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 14, 2014
✔ NPI 1033117627 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 5101010852
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, Hillsdale, MI 49242
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Other Identifiers 9

Other010045999MI · Medicare-railroad
Other0153000024MI · Bcbs
OtherP89541MI · Bcn
Other0120031MI · Php
Medicare UPINE11136MI
Other06820AMI · County Health Plan
Medicaid2935040MI
Other102244MI · Glhp
Medicare PIN5300002MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Karen Lindower Do is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3072643246
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100615000177
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
160 services88 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
77 services77 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
76 services76 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
69 services40 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
64 services29 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
23 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Hillsdale Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hillsdale, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230037
Location168 S Howell StreetHillsdale, MI 49242 · Hillsdale County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Henry Ford Allegiance Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230092
Location205 N East AveJackson, MI 49201 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49242 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$84.74 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

98.75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability95
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
67%294 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Breast Cancer Screening
67%267 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
82%379 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
86%258 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
51%98 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
9%98 patients5/55-star benchmark: 91%
e-Prescribing
99%2,305 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
60%851 patients4/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 59% · 572 patients
Patients screened: 59% · 572 patients
91%35 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
59%574 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers17 claims40 services$5.73 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$21.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$45.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier29 claims29 services$114.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

BROWN HEARING HEALTH SERVICES
Hearing Aid Equipment
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, SUITE 240
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-8366
LDK III HOLDINGS, LLC
Family Medicine
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, SUITE 120
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-0010
DR. DALE R MCCRIRIE DO
Surgery
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, STE 260
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-5350
STEPHANIE TOMBLIN FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 349-3900
DR. NORRIS E MARCH IV DO
Surgery
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, STE 260
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-5350
BROWN HEARING HEALTH SERVICES INC
Audiologist
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, SUITE 240
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-8366
LAWRENCE DUSTIN KIMBALL III DO
Family Medicine
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, SUITE 120
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-0010
ALEX J JANUSZ D.O.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
451 HIDDEN MEADOWS DR, SUITE 230
HILLSDALE, MI 49242
Hillsdale County (517) 437-8366

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Karen Lindower's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Lindower is 1033117627. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2005.

Where is Karen Lindower located?

Karen Lindower practices at 451 Hidden Meadows Dr Suite 120, Hillsdale, MI 49242. The listed phone number is (517) 437-0010.

What is Karen Lindower's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Karen Lindower enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Lindower is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Karen Lindower accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 1 other insurer list Karen Lindower as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Karen Lindower affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Lindower is affiliated with Hillsdale Hospital and Henry Ford Allegiance Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Lindower was last updated on April 14, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.