DR. EUGENE WILLIAM LINFORS MD
NPI 1730186297
Internal Medicine in Durham, NC
NPI Status: Active since June 30, 2005
Contact Information
4205 BEN FRANKLIN BLVD
DURHAM, NC
ZIP 27704
Phone: (919) 477-6900
Fax: (919) 477-5081
- Individual
- Male
- Internal Medicine
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About EUGENE LINFORS
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Eugene Linfors, an internist established in Durham, North Carolina with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1730186297 assigned on June 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207R00000X with license number 21676 (NC). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.
- NPI
- 1730186297
- Provider Name
- DR. EUGENE WILLIAM LINFORS MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 4205 BEN FRANKLIN BLVD DURHAM, NC 27704
- Location Phone
- (919) 477-6900
- Location Fax
- (919) 477-5081
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 60447 CHARLOTTE, NC 28260
- Mailing Phone
- (919) 477-6900
- Mailing Fax
- (919) 477-5081
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-30-2005
- Last Update Date
- 10-25-2020
- Code Navigator
An internist like Eugene Linfors is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Internal Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207R00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 21676
- License State
- NC
- Taxonomy Description
- 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.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52080 | OTHER (01) | NC | BLUECROSS BLUESHIELD |
| 8952080 | MEDICAID (05) | NC |
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides)
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh)
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count
Vitamin d-3 level
A comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.
This service was performed 24 times for 24 patientsA lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.
This service was performed 23 times for 23 patientsA TSH blood test measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone in your body. This hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and regulates how your thyroid works. It's a simple procedure where a small amount of blood is drawn from your arm for analysis.
This service was performed 23 times for 23 patientsA Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
This service was performed 24 times for 24 patientsA Vitamin D-3 level test measures the amount of Vitamin D-3, a crucial nutrient, in your body. This test helps identify if your levels are too low or too high. Low levels may lead to bone weakness, while high levels could harm your kidneys. It's a simple blood test.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Colorectal Cancer Screening | 92% | 136 |
| Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer | ||
| Diabetes: Eye Exam | 68% | 22 |
| Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period | ||
| Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults | 84% | 279 |
| Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | 37% | 291 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2 | ||
| Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age | 72% | 106 |
| Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis | ||
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1730186297, we treat the final digit (7) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 63. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 63 = 7).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 63 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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DURHAM, NC 27704
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1730186297, enumerated as an "individual" on June 30, 2005.
The provider is located at 4205 BEN FRANKLIN BLVD DURHAM, NC 27704 and the phone number is (919) 477-6900.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
