STEVEN M. LINK A.P.N.
NPI 1659799559
Nurse Practitioner in Nashville, TN

Q: What is Steven Link's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Link is 1659799559. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 29, 2014.

Q: What is Steven Link's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Link was last updated on March 3, 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.

Active since March 29, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

78.75/100

CMS Quality Rating

210 25TH AVE N STE 1204, NASHVILLE, TN 37203(615) 312-0600(615) 320-3259 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 3, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 3, 2021, Jul 3, 2018, Jun 28, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Steven M. Link A.p.n. NPPES

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

STEVEN M. LINK A.P.N. (NPI 1659799559) is an individual nurse practitioner in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (18946) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jackson-madison County General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659799559

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363L00000X

Provider Legal NameSTEVEN M. LINKCredential: A.P.N.

Location Address210 25TH AVE N STE 1204Nashville, TN 37203-1620

Mailing Address210 25th Ave N Ste 1204Nashville, TN 37203-1620 · (615) 312-0600 · Fax (615) 320-3259

Phone(615) 312-0600

Fax(615) 320-3259

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateMarch 29, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 3, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 3, 2021

✔ NPI 1659799559 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363L00000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 18946

Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

Also ListedRegistered NurseTaxonomy 163W00000X · License 174079 (TN)

210 25TH AVE N STE 1204, Nashville, TN 37203

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Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidQ011562TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna Healthcare and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Steven M. Link A.p.n. 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 ID7810211562

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150128001880

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 Steven Link reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Radiology Alliance PC

0.2 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

210 25TH AVE N STE 602
Nashville, TN 37203

Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
245 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1861478489 (615) 312-0600

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 16

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.

Fluoroscopic guidance for insertion or removal of central vein access device 77001

Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device insertion or removal is a procedure where a special X-ray, called a fluoroscope, is used to help accurately place or remove a device in a central vein. This device aids in delivering medications or collecting blood samples.

80 services72 patients

Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555

This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.

56 services46 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.

49 services49 patients

Biopsy and aspiration of bone marrow sample for diagnosis 38222

A bone marrow biopsy and aspiration is a procedure where a small amount of bone marrow is removed for testing. It involves inserting a needle into a bone, typically the hip, to collect a sample. It can help diagnose various diseases and monitor treatment effectiveness.

48 services41 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

43 services38 patients

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152

This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.

31 services30 patients

Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance 49083

This procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.

27 services18 patients

Insertion of tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36558

The insertion of a tunneled central venous tube is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube is placed into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest. This tube allows healthcare providers to give medications, fluids, or nutrients directly into your bloodstream over a longer period.

25 services25 patients

Review by radiologist of ct guidance for needle placement 77012

This process involves a radiologist examining CT scan images to accurately guide a needle's placement within the body. This technique is often used for biopsies or treatments, ensuring precision and safety.

19 services17 patients

Removal of tunneled central venous tube 36589

A tunneled central venous tube removal is a procedure to take out a long, thin tube that was previously placed in a large vein in your body. This tube helps deliver medication or nutrition. The removal is usually quick and done under local anesthesia.

17 services17 patients

Removal of spinal fluid with lower back spinal tap for diagnostic test using imaging guidance 62328

A lower back spinal tap, guided by imaging, is a procedure to collect spinal fluid for testing. A needle is carefully inserted into the lower back to draw out fluid. This can help diagnose various conditions. It's performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort.

17 services13 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

17 services17 patients

Insertion of central venous tube with port (5 years or older) 36561

A central venous tube with port is a small, flexible tube inserted into a large vein, usually in the chest. It allows for easy administration of medication, fluids, or blood products over a long period. A port is attached under the skin for easy access. It's safe for individuals aged 5 and above.

15 services15 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

13 services12 patients

Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth 10005

Fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is inserted into a growth to extract a small sample. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. This sample is then analyzed to determine the nature of the growth.

12 services11 patients

Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556

This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Jackson-Madison County General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number440002

Location620 Skyline DriveJackson, TN 38301 · Madison County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tristar Centennial Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number440161

Location2300 Patterson StreetNashville, TN 37203 · Davidson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37203 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

$81.53 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$93.60 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

78.75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

Improvement Activities

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.

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