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VITAL LINK, INC.
NPI 1992701981
Ambulance in Batesville, AR

Active since June 23, 2005CLIA 04D2197968 · Waiver
1033 EMS DR, BATESVILLE, AR 72501(870) 793-3351(870) 793-3159 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 20, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Vital Link, Inc. NPPES

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

VITAL LINK, INC. (NPI 1992701981) is a healthcare organization registered as an ambulance in Batesville, Arkansas and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. The organization holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through October 28, 2026 and lists Karen Ryan, Chief Executive Officer, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992701981
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy341600000X
Legal Business NameVITAL LINK, INC.
Location Address1033 EMS DRBatesville, AR 72501-7674
Mailing Address1033 Ems DrBatesville, AR 72501-7674 · (870) 793-3351 · Fax (870) 793-3159
Phone(870) 793-3351
Fax(870) 793-3159
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialKaren RyanChief Executive Officer · (870) 793-3351
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 20, 2013
✔ NPI 1992701981 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAmbulanceTransportation Services
Taxonomy Code341600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AR · 250✔ Licensed in AR · 210✔ Licensed in AR · 0266
Definition
An emergency vehicle used for transporting patients to a health care facility after injury or illness. Types of ambulances used in the United States include ground (surface) ambulance, rotor-wing (helicopter), and fixed-wing aircraft (airplane).
1033 EMS DR, Batesville, AR 72501
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Other Identifiers 3

Other590001956AR · Railroad Medicare
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified47157AR
Medicaid102780715AR

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Health Advantage, Octave.Insurance ›

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 04D2197968

Vital Link Ems · Batesville, AR
Active · expires Oct 28, 2026
CLIA Number04D2197968
Laboratory TypeAmbulance
Certificate Effective DateOctober 29, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateOctober 28, 2026
Laboratory DirectorKenny Tosh
Laboratory Phone(870) 793-3351
Laboratory LocationVital Link Ems1033 Ems Drive, Batesville, AR 72501
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Ground mileage, per statute mile A0425
Ground mileage per statute mile is a method of calculating the cost of transportation for medical services. It is used when a patient needs to be transported by ground ambulance. The cost is calculated per mile, from the pick-up location to the medical facility.
57,630 services1,660 patients
Ambulance service, advanced life support, emergency transport, level 1 (als 1 - emergency) A0427
Ambulance Service, Advanced Life Support, Level 1 (ALS 1 - Emergency) is a critical care transport service for emergency situations. It includes a team of healthcare professionals equipped with advanced skills and tools to manage life-threatening conditions during transport.
1,895 services1,203 patients
Ambulance service, basic life support, emergency transport (bls-emergency) A0429
Ambulance service with basic life support (BLS-Emergency) provides immediate transport for patients in critical situations. Medical professionals on board deliver essential care like CPR, wound dressing, and oxygen therapy to stabilize patients during the journey.
485 services376 patients
Ambulance service, advanced life support, non-emergency transport, level 1 (als 1) A0426
Ambulance Service, Advanced Life Support, Non-Emergency Transport, Level 1 (ALS 1) is a medical transportation service for patients who don't have an immediate life-threatening condition but require advanced medical monitoring or interventions during the journey.
344 services303 patients
Ambulance service, basic life support, non-emergency transport, (bls) A0428
Basic Life Support (BLS) non-emergency ambulance service provides safe transportation for patients who don't need immediate medical attention. It includes monitoring vital signs, ensuring comfort, and administering basic care during transport.
319 services269 patients
Advanced life support, level 2 (als 2) A0433
Advanced Life Support Level 2 (ALS 2) is a medical service provided during emergencies. It involves advanced procedures like defibrillation, medication administration or endotracheal intubation by trained professionals to stabilize critical patients.
33 services33 patients

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 Vital Link, Inc.'s NPI number?

The NPI number for Vital Link, Inc. is 1992701981. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2005.

Where is Vital Link, Inc. located?

Vital Link, Inc. is located at 1033 Ems Dr, Batesville, AR 72501. The listed phone number is (870) 793-3351.

What is Vital Link, Inc.'s specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ambulance with taxonomy code 341600000X.

Does Vital Link, Inc. hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 04D2197968) is associated with this NPI, valid through October 28, 2026. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Vital Link, Inc. accept?

Health plans from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Health Advantage and Octave list Vital Link, Inc. 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vital Link, Inc. was last updated on March 20, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 years 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.