Lynda Gentchev, MD
NPI 1689993644 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Hattiesburg, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lynda Gentchev, MD is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Hattiesburg, MS (NPI 1689993644).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689993644
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 24132 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,222 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,275 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 887 | $26 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 279 | $33 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 163 | $76 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 156 | $25 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 117 | $11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-05-28
- Last updated
- 2016-05-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lynda Gentchev's NPI number?
- Lynda Gentchev's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689993644, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lynda Gentchev's specialty?
- Lynda Gentchev is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lynda Gentchev located?
- Lynda Gentchev's practice location on file with NPPES is 5052 W 4th St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402-1069.
- What is Lynda Gentchev's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lynda Gentchev is (601) 261-2587.
- Does Lynda Gentchev accept Medicare?
- Lynda Gentchev is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lynda Gentchev's NPI active?
- Yes — Lynda Gentchev's NPI (1689993644) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-05-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.