James Linder, MD
NPI 1578640660 · Ophthalmology Physician · Memphis, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Linder, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Memphis, TN (NPI 1578640660).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578640660
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34047 (TN)
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
19 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
2,650 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 536 | $19 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 501 | $102 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Intermediate Testing92082 | 256 | $38 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 164 | $82 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscles on Side of Face64612 | 147 | $164 |
| Removal of Excessive Skin and Fat of Upper Eyelid15823 | 125 | $686 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 207 | 201 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 108 | 98 |
| Fluorometholone | 83 | 52 |
| Latanoprost | 80 | 18 |
| Ofloxacin | 30 | 24 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 26 | 26 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$376 across 11 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
- 2006-11-01
- Last updated
- 2012-08-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Linder's NPI number?
- James Linder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578640660, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Linder's specialty?
- James Linder is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Linder located?
- James Linder's practice location on file with NPPES is 6258 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119-4713.
- What is James Linder's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Linder is (901) 680-1990.
- Does James Linder accept Medicare?
- James Linder is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Linder's NPI active?
- Yes — James Linder's NPI (1578640660) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-08-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.