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KIMBERLY LINDEN MD
NPI 1205212230
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Knoxville, TN

Active since July 31, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.69/100
CMS Quality Rating
1940 ALCOA HWY STE 260, KNOXVILLE, TN 37920(610) 417-9229 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 26, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 26, 2024, Jul 24, 2023, Jun 14, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

About Kimberly Linden Md NPPES

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

KIMBERLY LINDEN MD (NPI 1205212230) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Knoxville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (68690) and active in the NPI registry since July 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Health System, Inc, and is a graduate of Drexel University College Of Medicine (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1205212230
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameKIMBERLY LINDENCredential: MD
Location Address1940 ALCOA HWY STE 260Knoxville, TN 37920-2266
Mailing Address1940 Alcoa Hwy Ste 260Knoxville, TN 37920-2266
Phone(610) 417-9229
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSDrexel University College Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 26, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 26, 2024
✔ NPI 1205212230 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 68690
Definition
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.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 2021-1447 (NC), 68690 (TN)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1940 ALCOA HWY STE 260, Knoxville, TN 37920
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Cigna Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kimberly Linden Md 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 ID9335558188
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230928000903
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Kimberly Linden reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

University Health System, Inc
Same address
Internal Medicine
1940 ALCOA HWY, STE E180
Knoxville, TN 37920
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 832 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1447589197 (865) 305-6810

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
36 services36 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.
20 services14 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
14 services14 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
14 services14 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
11 services11 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.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Health System, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Knoxville, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440015
Location1924 Alcoa HighwayKnoxville, TN 37920 · Knox County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Morristown Hamblen Hospital Association

Acute Care Hospitals · Morristown, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number440030
Location908 W 4th North StMorristown, TN 37814 · Hamblen County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37920 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
$160.89 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $40.22 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

95.69/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.28
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MAKAYLA RENEE KIRKENDALL
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
1940 ALCOA HWY STE 260
KNOXVILLE, TN 37920
Knox County (865) 305-6955

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 Kimberly Linden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kimberly Linden is 1205212230. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2015.

Where is Kimberly Linden located?

Kimberly Linden practices at 1940 Alcoa Hwy Ste 260, Knoxville, TN 37920. The listed phone number is (610) 417-9229.

What is Kimberly Linden's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Kimberly Linden enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kimberly Linden 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Kimberly Linden's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kimberly Linden reassigns Medicare benefits to University Health System, Inc (Knoxville, TN). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Kimberly Linden's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Kimberly Linden accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Cigna Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Kimberly Linden 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 Kimberly Linden affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kimberly Linden is affiliated with University Health System, Inc and Morristown Hamblen Hospital Association.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kimberly Linden was last updated on September 26, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.