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DAVID L TINKLEPAUGH MD
NPI 1982711586
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neuromuscular Medicine in Mystic, CT

Active since August 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.47/100
CMS Quality Rating
100 PERKINS FARM DR, MYSTIC, CT 06355(860) 886-1433 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 21, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 8, 2024, Jul 19, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About David L Tinklepaugh Md NPPES

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

DAVID L TINKLEPAUGH MD (NPI 1982711586) is an individual neuromuscular medicine provider in Mystic, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (039506) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Westerly Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Virginia School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982711586
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0008X
Provider Legal NameDAVID L TINKLEPAUGHCredential: MD
Location Address100 PERKINS FARM DRMystic, CT 06355-4037
Mailing Address100 Perkins Farm DrMystic, CT 06355-4037 · (860) 886-1433 · Fax (860) 886-4644
Phone(860) 886-1433
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateAugust 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 21, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 21, 2025
✔ NPI 1982711586 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · Neuromuscular MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0008X
License✔ Licensed in CT · 039506
Definition
A neurologist or child neurologist who specializes in the diagnosis and management of disorders of nerve, muscle or neuromuscular junction, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis) and neuromuscular transmission disorders (e.g., myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome).
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyTaxonomy 2084N0400X · License 039506 (CT)
100 PERKINS FARM DR, Mystic, CT 06355
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00139506200CT

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

David L Tinklepaugh 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 ID2769506211
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100904000021
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 9

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.
116 services85 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, limited study 95885
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves placing tiny needles into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. It's a limited study, meaning only specific muscles are tested. This helps identify any muscle or nerve dysfunction.
67 services58 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
62 services55 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.
47 services47 patients
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.
40 services35 patients
Nerve conduction, 9-10 studies 95911
Nerve conduction studies involve sending small electrical shocks through the skin to measure how quickly nerves transmit signals. This helps detect nerve damage. 9-10 studies mean this process will be repeated on different nerves to gather comprehensive data.
39 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Westerly Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Westerly, RI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number410013
Location25 Wells StreetWesterly, RI 02891 · Washington County
Emergency services

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.

84.47/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.28
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.59

Reported Quality Measures

Cervical Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…
43%206 patients
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
1%387 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
41%308 patients2/55-star benchmark: 90%
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.

SHANIYA ROSENKRANTZ APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
100 PERKINS FARM DR
MYSTIC, CT 06355
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region (860) 572-8911
SAMANTHA DOUCETTE APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
100 PERKINS FARM DR
MYSTIC, CT 06355
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region (860) 545-5000

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 David Tinklepaugh's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Tinklepaugh is 1982711586. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 23, 2006.

Where is David Tinklepaugh located?

David Tinklepaugh practices at 100 Perkins Farm Dr, Mystic, CT 06355. The listed phone number is (860) 886-1433.

What is David Tinklepaugh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neuromuscular Medicine, with taxonomy code 2084N0008X.

Is David Tinklepaugh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Tinklepaugh 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 David Tinklepaugh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Tinklepaugh is affiliated with Westerly Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Tinklepaugh was last updated on October 21, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.