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DR. LINDA VARGHESE M.D.
NPI 1326357898
Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since October 01, 2010PECOS Enrolled
80.17/100
CMS Quality Rating
320 E NORTH AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15212(412) 359-3131(412) 359-3131 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 1, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

About Dr. Linda Varghese M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LINDA VARGHESE M.D. (NPI 1326357898) is an individual internal medicine provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MT199701) and active in the NPI registry since October 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326357898
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LINDA VARGHESECredential: M.D.
Location Address320 E NORTH AVEPittsburgh, PA 15212-4756
Mailing Address142a Mcknight CirPittsburgh, PA 15237-3530
Phone(412) 359-3131
Fax(412) 359-3131
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateOctober 1, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 1, 2024
NPPES CertifiedAugust 1, 2024
✔ NPI 1326357898 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MT199701✔ Licensed in TX · V2843
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
320 E NORTH AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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 (PECOS)

Dr. Linda Varghese M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 12

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 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.
303 services152 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
124 services41 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
113 services36 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
104 services104 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
38 services20 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
37 services34 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15212 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

80.17/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality76.69
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost53.49

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers38 claims38 services$13.75 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
3 suppliers51 claims51 services$65.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier15 claims15 services$13.62 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 20

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

DR. MATTHEW SCOTT HARTMAN M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-2459
DR. JOSEF TURNER M.D.
Emergency Medicine
320 E NORTH AVE, EMERGENCY MEDICINE RESIDENCY OFFICE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-4905
DR. MATTHEW MICHAEL LANDER M.D.
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-6500
DR. VINCENT SAMUEL CERETTO D.O
Emergency Medicine (Medical Toxicology)
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-3030
MATTHEW LYONS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-3155
MISS KRISTY LYNN BOWMAN RN
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-6581
ANNA MOSELEY VANATTA MD
Emergency Medicine
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-4905
MACKENZIE MARIE MCGAHAN DO
Emergency Medicine
320 E NORTH AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15212
Allegheny County (412) 359-4905

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 Linda Varghese's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linda Varghese is 1326357898. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 1, 2010.

Where is Linda Varghese located?

Linda Varghese practices at 320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. The listed phone number is (412) 359-3131.

What is Linda Varghese's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Linda Varghese enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Linda Varghese is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Linda Varghese accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Linda Varghese 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Linda Varghese was last updated on August 1, 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.