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DAVID YU-KWONG LING M.D.
NPI 1053380188
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Charlottesville, VA

Active since March 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.39/100
CMS Quality Rating
1215 LEE ST, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22908(434) 243-4288(434) 243-7310 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 31, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 31, 2021, Oct 5, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About David Yu-kwong Ling M.d. NPPES

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

DAVID YU-KWONG LING M.D. (NPI 1053380188) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Charlottesville, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101243557) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Virginia Medical Center, and is a graduate of George Washington University School Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053380188
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDAVID YU-KWONG LINGCredential: M.D.
Location Address1215 LEE STCharlottesville, VA 22908-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 9007Charlottesville, VA 22906-9007
Phone(434) 243-4288
Fax(434) 243-7310
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorge Washington University School Of MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateMarch 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 31, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 31, 2021
✔ NPI 1053380188 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in VA · 0101243557
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 0101243557 (VA), 208602 (MA)
1215 LEE ST, Charlottesville, VA 22908
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

David Yu-kwong Ling M.d. 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 ID9638195894
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081015000130
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 6

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
83 services53 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
62 services38 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
26 services26 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
22 services21 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
19 services15 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Virginia Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlottesville, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number490009
Location1215 Lee StreetCharlottesville, VA 22908 · Charlottesville City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

79.39/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.66
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.65

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

NORMA BRANHAM R.N., N.P.
Nurse Practitioner
1215 LEE ST
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22908
Charlottesville City (434) 924-2047
FARNAZ M GAZONI MD
Anesthesiology
1215 LEE ST
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22908
Charlottesville City (434) 924-2283
MARGARET K. SANDE M.D.
Emergency Medicine
1215 LEE ST
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22908
Charlottesville City (434) 924-2231
KATHERINE T, FORKIN M.D.
Anesthesiology
1215 LEE ST
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22908
Charlottesville City (434) 924-2283
AMBER N. INOFUENTES M.D.
Hospitalist
1215 LEE ST
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22908
Charlottesville City (434) 243-4288
JOY R MILLER PNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
1215 LEE ST
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22908
Charlottesville City (434) 243-2617
DR. DARREN GUFFEY M.D.
Dermatology
1215 LEE ST, BOX 800744
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22908
Charlottesville City (434) 924-1931
SETH MORRISON MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Gastroenterology)
1215 LEE ST
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22908
Charlottesville City (434) 924-3627

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 David Ling's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Ling is 1053380188. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 14, 2006.

Where is David Ling located?

David Ling practices at 1215 Lee St, Charlottesville, VA 22908. The listed phone number is (434) 243-4288.

What is David Ling's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is David Ling enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Ling 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.

Is David Ling affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Ling is affiliated with University Of Virginia Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Ling was last updated on July 31, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.