Niels Linschoten, MD
NPI 1407804107 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Niels Linschoten, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1407804107).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407804107
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 09280R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,329 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 327 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 240 | $118 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 189 | $42 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 121 | $13 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 107 | $42 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 79 | $29 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 347 | 132 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 222 | 133 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 116 | 50 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 83 | 49 |
| Celecoxib | 72 | 25 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 69 | 37 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$378 across 7 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-04
- Last updated
- 2010-07-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Niels Linschoten's NPI number?
- Niels Linschoten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407804107, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Niels Linschoten's specialty?
- Niels Linschoten is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Niels Linschoten located?
- Niels Linschoten's practice location on file with NPPES is 8080 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810-7827.
- What is Niels Linschoten's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Niels Linschoten is (225) 924-2424.
- Does Niels Linschoten accept Medicare?
- Niels Linschoten is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Niels Linschoten's NPI active?
- Yes — Niels Linschoten's NPI (1407804107) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.