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LINDA M LAFORCE PA-C
NPI 1356330492
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Bluffton, SC

Active since October 20, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD STE 130, BLUFFTON, SC 29910(843) 836-7101(843) 836-7112 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 8, 2022, Oct 25, 2019, Oct 18, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Linda M Laforce Pa-c NPPES

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

LINDA M LAFORCE PA-C (NPI 1356330492) is an individual surgical provider in Bluffton, South Carolina, licensed in Georgia (004524) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Candler Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356330492
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X
Provider Legal NameLINDA M LAFORCECredential: PA-C
Location Address100 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD STE 130Bluffton, SC 29910
Mailing Address45 Hospital Center CmnsHilton Head Island, SC 29926-2837 · (843) 689-2895 · Fax (843) 715-2669
Phone(843) 836-7101
Fax(843) 836-7112
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateOctober 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 8, 2022
✔ NPI 1356330492 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AS0400X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 004524
100 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD STE 130, Bluffton, SC 29910
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama 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

Linda M Laforce Pa-c 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 ID5597792218
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150310001460
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 4

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 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.
507 services257 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
18 services16 patients
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.
12 services11 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Candler Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Savannah, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110024
Location5353 Reynolds StreetSavannah, GA 31412 · Chatham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaufort, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number420067
Location955 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902 · Beaufort County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hampton Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Varnville, SC
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420072
Location595 West Carolina AvenueVarnville, SC 29944 · Hampton County
Emergency services

Hilton Head Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hilton Head Island, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number420080
Location25 Hospital Center BlvdHilton Head Island, SC 29925 · Beaufort County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Coastal Carolina Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hardeeville, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420101
Location1000 Medical Center DriveHardeeville, SC 29927 · Jasper County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

SOUTH CAROLINA CANCER SPECIALIST, P.A.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
100 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD STE 130
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Beaufort County (843) 836-7100
DOROTHY LYNN FERRELLI ANP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
100 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD STE 130
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Beaufort County (843) 836-7100
JONATHAN KEEGAN BAKOS MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
100 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD STE 130
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Beaufort County (843) 836-7120
ALEXIS MICHELLE LIPPS RN
Nurse Practitioner
100 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD STE 130
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Beaufort County (843) 836-7101
DR. MAJD CHAHIN MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
100 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD STE 130
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Beaufort County (843) 836-7100
MS. COLLEEN HILL PATTON PA
Physician Assistant
100 BUCKWALTER PLACE BLVD STE 130
BLUFFTON, SC 29910
Beaufort County (843) 836-7101

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 Laforce's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linda Laforce is 1356330492. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 20, 2005.

Where is Linda Laforce located?

Linda Laforce practices at 100 Buckwalter Place Blvd Ste 130, Bluffton, SC 29910. The listed phone number is (843) 836-7101.

What is Linda Laforce's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Is Linda Laforce enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Linda Laforce 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 Linda Laforce accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 1 other insurer list Linda Laforce 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 Linda Laforce affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Linda Laforce is affiliated with Candler Hospital, Beaufort County Memorial Hospital, Hampton Regional Medical Center, Hilton Head Regional Medical Center and Coastal Carolina Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Linda Laforce was last updated on July 8, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.