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LIFE LINK III
NPI 1518964337
Ambulance - Air Transport in Shoreview, MN

Active since July 07, 2005CLIA 24D0724410 · Certificate of Compliance
4188 LEXINGTON AVENUE N, SHOREVIEW, MN 55126(612) 638-4900(612) 638-4906 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2024, Feb 20, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Life Link Iii NPPES

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

LIFE LINK III (NPI 1518964337) is a healthcare organization registered as an air transport in Shoreview, Minnesota and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. The organization holds a CLIA Certificate of Compliance certificate valid through October 11, 2026 and lists Lisa M Knipping, Cfo, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518964337
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy3416A0800X
Legal Business NameCRITICAL CARE SERVICES, INC
Location Address4188 LEXINGTON AVENUE NShoreview, MN 55126
Mailing Address3673 Lexington Ave N, Suite H-2, Box 402Arden Hills, MN 55126 · (612) 638-4900 · Fax (612) 638-4906
Phone(612) 638-4900
Fax(612) 638-4906
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialLisa M KnippingCfo · (612) 638-4900
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 20, 2020
✔ NPI 1518964337 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyAmbulance · Air TransportTransportation Services
Taxonomy Code3416A0800X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 0360
Also ListedAmbulance · Land TransportTaxonomy 3416L0300X · License 0359 (MN), 6011349 (WI), 0357 (MN)
Also ListedNon-emergency Medical Transport (VAN)Taxonomy 343900000X · License 324262 (MN)
4188 LEXINGTON AVENUE N, Shoreview, MN 55126
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Other Names 1

Doing Business AsLife Link Iii

Other Identifiers 13

Other1017905MN · Preferred One
Medicaid058135ND
Medicaid41518013/00NE
Medicaid9010190SD
Other81-20880MN · Medica
Other104114MN · South Ctry Hlth Alliance
Other104114MN · Ucare Of Minnesota
Medicaid41436600WI
Medicaid0976886IA
Other3G786LIMN · Bcbs Of Minnesota
Medicaid625767400MN
Medicaid9020320SD
Medicaid41316800WI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and more.Insurance ›

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Compliance 24D0724410

Lifelink III · Shoreview, MN
Active · expires Oct 11, 2026
CLIA Number24D0724410
Laboratory TypeMobile Laboratory
Certificate Effective DateOctober 12, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateOctober 11, 2026
Laboratory DirectorMargret D. Oethinger
Laboratory Phone(612) 638-4909
Laboratory LocationLifelink III4188 Lexington Ave N, Shoreview, MN 55126
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address
This certificate is issued to a laboratory after an inspection that finds the laboratory to be in compliance with all applicable CLIA requirements.

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.

Rotary wing air mileage, per statute mile A0436
Rotary wing air mileage refers to the distance covered by an air ambulance, specifically a helicopter, per statute mile. This service is crucial during emergencies where ground transport isn't fast or feasible. The cost is typically calculated based on the distance traveled.
47,066 services616 patients
Fixed wing air mileage, per statute mile A0435
Fixed wing air mileage, per statute mile, is a term used in medical transportation. It refers to the distance covered by a fixed wing aircraft, like an airplane, during medical evacuation or transport. The cost of this service is often calculated on a per-mile basis.
8,073 services48 patients
Ambulance service, conventional air services, transport, one way (rotary wing) A0431
Ambulance service, conventional air services, transport, one way (rotary wing) refers to a medical evacuation using a helicopter. This service is typically used in emergencies when quick transport to a hospital is needed, or in situations where ground transport is not feasible.
642 services631 patients
Ambulance service, conventional air services, transport, one way (fixed wing) A0430
An ambulance service, specifically a fixed-wing air service, is a specialized method of patient transport. It uses an aircraft, rather than a ground vehicle, to quickly and safely move patients over long distances or inaccessible areas to a medical facility.
49 services48 patients

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 Critical Care Services, Inc's NPI number?

The NPI number for Critical Care Services, Inc is 1518964337. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2005. The provider is doing business as Life Link III.

Where is Critical Care Services, Inc located?

Critical Care Services, Inc is located at 4188 Lexington Avenue N, Shoreview, MN 55126. The listed phone number is (612) 638-4900.

What is Critical Care Services, Inc's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ambulance, specializing in Air Transport, with taxonomy code 3416A0800X.

Does Critical Care Services, Inc hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Compliance (number 24D0724410) is associated with this NPI, valid through October 11, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Critical Care Services, Inc accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan list Critical Care Services, Inc 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 Critical Care Services, Inc was last updated on April 29, 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.