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LINDA MARIE THORNTON
NPI 1881771186
Podiatrist in Cranston, RI

Active since November 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
994 RESERVOIR AVE, CRANSTON, RI 02910(401) 946-1155(401) 942-2303 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 3, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Linda Marie Thornton NPPES

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

LINDA MARIE THORNTON (NPI 1881771186) is an individual podiatrist in Cranston, Rhode Island, licensed in Rhode Island (236) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kent County Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of California School Of Podiatric Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881771186
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy213E00000X
Provider Legal NameLINDA MARIE THORNTON
Location Address994 RESERVOIR AVECranston, RI 02910-5122
Mailing Address994 Reservoir AveCranston, RI 02910-5122 · (401) 946-1155 · Fax (401) 942-2303
Phone(401) 946-1155
Fax(401) 942-2303
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSCalifornia School Of Podiatric MedicineGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 3, 2025
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 3, 2025
✔ NPI 1881771186 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213E00000X
License✔ Licensed in RI · 236
Definition
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
994 RESERVOIR AVE, Cranston, RI 02910
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Linda Marie Mcateer D.p.m.

Other Identifiers 5

Other767584RI · Tufts
Other27-00219RI · United Health
Other200590RI · Blue Chip
Medicaid9007030RI
Other7030-2RI · Blue Cross

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

Linda Marie Thornton 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 ID7810950045
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041109000753
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 11

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 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.
873 services162 patients
Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number G0127
Trimming of dystrophic nails involves the careful cutting and shaping of thickened or deformed nails. This is often required when nails are affected by conditions such as fungus or psoriasis. The procedure helps to reduce discomfort and improve nail health.
833 services216 patients
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth 11055
This procedure involves the removal of a thickened skin growth that is not cancerous. A healthcare professional will safely extract the growth, usually under local anesthesia. This process helps maintain skin health and prevent potential complications.
517 services132 patients
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths 11056
This procedure involves the safe removal of 2-4 noncancerous thickened skin growths. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The process helps to alleviate discomfort and prevent potential complications. It's a standard, low-risk procedure.
317 services90 patients
Application of ultrasound, each 15 minutes 97035
Ultrasound is a medical procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from inside your body. It's a painless process typically lasting 15 minutes per session. This method aids in diagnosing conditions and monitoring health without any radiation exposure.
288 services59 patients
Application of hot wax bath 97018
A hot wax bath, also known as paraffin wax treatment, is a therapy often used for pain relief in your hands, feet, or other areas. The warm wax helps increase blood flow, relax muscles, and reduce stiffness in joints. It's completely safe and can be especially beneficial for those with arthritis or other similar conditions.
149 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Kent County Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Warwick, RI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number410009
Location455 Toll Gate RdWarwick, RI 02886 · Kent County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02910 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
$90.48 typical visit price
range $58.57 – $177.03
Typical copayment $22.62 (range $14.64 – $44.25)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.93 typical visit price
range $18.92 – $144.38
Typical copayment $18.23 (range $4.73 – $36.09)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
41%328 patients2/55-star benchmark: 92%
Diabetes: Foot Exam
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes (type 1 and type 2) who received a foot exam (visual inspection and sensory exam with mono filament and a pulse exam) during the measurement year
68%139 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
81%6,193 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
71%24 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
55%780 patients3/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 77% · 1,071 patients
Patients tobacco: 71% · 1,071 patients
6%68 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

E.P. MENNILLO, M.D., INC
Pediatrics (Adolescent Medicine)
994 RESERVOIR AVE
CRANSTON, RI 02910
Providence County (401) 944-8422
RICHARD K OHNMACHT MD LTD
Pediatrics
994 RESERVOIR AVE
CRANSTON, RI 02910
Providence County (401) 946-1944

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 Thornton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linda Thornton is 1881771186. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2006. The provider is also known as Linda Marie Mcateer D.P.M..

Where is Linda Thornton located?

Linda Thornton practices at 994 Reservoir Ave, Cranston, RI 02910. The listed phone number is (401) 946-1155.

What is Linda Thornton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213E00000X.

Is Linda Thornton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Linda Thornton 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.

Is Linda Thornton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Linda Thornton is affiliated with Kent County Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Linda Thornton was last updated on February 3, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.