LINDA BAKER LESTER MD
NPI 1952455032
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Portland, OR

Active since January 23, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.83/100
CMS Quality Rating
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD, PORTLAND, OR 97239(503) 494-5732 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Linda Baker Lester Md NPPES

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

LINDA BAKER LESTER MD (NPI 1952455032) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Portland, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (MD16101) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital And Clinics, and is a graduate of University Of Washington School Of Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952455032
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameLINDA BAKER LESTERCredential: MD
Location Address3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RDPortland, OR 97239-3011
Mailing Address4228 Sw Terlyn CtPortland, OR 97221-3680
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJanuary 23, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1952455032 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License Licensed in OR · MD16101
Definition

An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.

3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD, Portland, OR 97239

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid027206OR
Medicare UPINE99299

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

Linda Baker Lester Md 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 ID9739140658
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041025000322
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 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.

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.
81 services61 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.
64 services44 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
23 services23 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Ohsu Hospital And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number380009
Location3181 SW Sam Jackson Park RoadPortland, OR 97239 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Corvallis, OR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380014
Location3600 NW Samaritan DriveCorvallis, OR 97330 · Benton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hillsboro Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hillsboro, OR
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number380021
Location335 SE 8th AvenueHillsboro, OR 97123 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventist Health Portland

Acute Care Hospitals · Portland, OR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number380060
Location10123 SE Market StreetPortland, OR 97216 · Multnomah County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Samaritan Pacific Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Newport, OR
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number381314
Location930 SW Abbey StreetNewport, OR 97365 · Lincoln County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97239 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
$134.16 typical visit price
range $58.99 – $176.88
Typical copayment $33.54 (range $14.74 – $44.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.51 typical visit price
range $19.32 – $144.79
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.83 – $36.19)
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.

97.83/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.97
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 (Pulmonary Disease)
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD, UHN67
PORTLAND, OR 97239
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD
PORTLAND, OR 97239
Internal Medicine
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD, PPV 350
PORTLAND, OR 97239
Psychologist (Clinical)
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD
PORTLAND, OR 97239
Massage Therapist
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD, 7D19
PORTLAND, OR 97239
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD
PORTLAND, OR 97239
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD
PORTLAND, OR 97239
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD
PORTLAND, OR 97239

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 Lester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linda Lester is 1952455032. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 23, 2007.

Where is Linda Lester located?

Linda Lester practices at 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239. The listed phone number is (503) 494-5732.

What is Linda Lester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is Linda Lester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Linda Lester 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 Linda Lester accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans and Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon list Linda Lester 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 Linda Lester affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Linda Lester is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital And Clinics, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Hillsboro Medical Center, Adventist Health Portland and Samaritan Pacific Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Linda Lester was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.