DOUGLAS R LINFERT M.D.
NPI 1710032255
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Wilmington, NC

Active since January 24, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR, WILMINGTON, NC 28401(910) 343-9800(910) 343-8650 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Douglas R Linfert M.d. NPPES

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

DOUGLAS R LINFERT M.D. (NPI 1710032255) is an individual nephrology provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2024-03562) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Columbus Regional Healthcare System, and is a graduate of St. Louis College Of Physicians And Surgeons (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710032255
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDOUGLAS R LINFERTCredential: M.D.
Location Address1302 MEDICAL CENTER DRWilmington, NC 28401-7503
Mailing AddressPo Box 3317Greenville, NC 27836-1317 · (252) 752-8880 · Fax (252) 317-2092
Fax(910) 343-8650
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSSt. Louis College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJanuary 24, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 14, 2025
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 14, 2025
NPI 1710032255 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License Licensed in NC · 2024-03562
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 2024-03562 (NC)
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Wilmington, NC 28401

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Douglas R Linfert M.d. 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 ID7618041427
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080728000556, I20250307000637
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 10

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.
506 services158 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
365 services135 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.
94 services86 patients
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.
87 services52 patients
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes 99457
This service involves reviewing and managing your health data, which is remotely monitored and collected. Your vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure are tracked regularly throughout the month. The first 20 minutes of this data analysis per month is included in this service.
82 services12 patients
Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days 99454
This service involves using devices to remotely track body functions like heart rate or blood pressure. These devices, provided initially, record data daily or send alerts if readings are abnormal. The service is renewed every 30 days.
76 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Columbus Regional Healthcare System

Acute Care Hospitals · Whiteville, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340068
Location500 Jefferson StWhiteville, NC 28472 · Columbus County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilmington, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340141
Location2131 S 17th St Box 9000Wilmington, NC 28402 · New Hanover County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tristar Horizon Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Dickson, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440046
Location111 Highway 70 EastDickson, TN 37055 · Dickson 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

Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440197
Location391 Wallace RdNashville, TN 37211 · Davidson County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28401 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

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.

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Nurse Practitioner
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Nurse Practitioner
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1302 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WILMINGTON, NC 28401

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 Douglas Linfert's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Linfert is 1710032255. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 24, 2007.

Where is Douglas Linfert located?

Douglas Linfert practices at 1302 Medical Center Dr, Wilmington, NC 28401. The listed phone number is (910) 343-9800.

What is Douglas Linfert's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Douglas Linfert enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Douglas Linfert 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 Douglas Linfert accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 2 other insurers list Douglas Linfert 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 Douglas Linfert affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Douglas Linfert is affiliated with Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Tristar Horizon Medical Center, Tristar Centennial Medical Center and Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Linfert was last updated on February 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 months 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.