Forrest Linch, M.D.
NPI 1982136511 · Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Rochester, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Forrest Linch, M.D. is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician provider in Rochester, MN (NPI 1982136511).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982136511
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular & Interventional Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 64129 (MN)
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
9 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
862 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 161 | $11 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 105 | $13 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Insertion Or Removal of Central Vein Access Device77001 | 91 | $16 |
| Review By Radiologist of Image for Replacement of Stomach Or Large Bowel Tube75984 | 71 | $35 |
| Insertion of Tunneled Central Venous Tube for Infusion (5 Years Or Older)36558 | 50 | $231 |
| Injection of Contrast Through Abdominal Cavity Tube for X-Ray Study49424 | 49 | $28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$477 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
- 2017-04-02
- Last updated
- 2020-08-25
- Certified
- 2020-08-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Forrest Linch's NPI number?
- Forrest Linch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982136511, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Forrest Linch's specialty?
- Forrest Linch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Forrest Linch located?
- Forrest Linch's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001.
- What is Forrest Linch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Forrest Linch is (507) 284-2511.
- Does Forrest Linch accept Medicare?
- Forrest Linch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Forrest Linch's NPI active?
- Yes — Forrest Linch's NPI (1982136511) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.