Ann Carolyn Linnebur, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Ann Carolyn Linnebur is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Los Alamos, NM with over 57 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across NM can see Ann Carolyn Linnebur, MD in person in Los Alamos or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Michigan Medical School graduate since 1969, she brings 57+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.55/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Federal MIPS score higher than 8% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Mexico
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1328dNPPES updated 2022-10-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Mexico Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3917 West Rd Suite a, Los Alamos, NM 87544-2275
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202377.55/100
New Mexico avg: 84.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.11%
New Mexico avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New Mexico2.11% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
916
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
216
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,743
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $372k
Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$117 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Ann Carolyn Linnebur's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1969
University of Michigan Medical School
Board certified · Oct 3, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
57 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 1969)
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Ann Carolyn Linnebur
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ann Carolyn Linnebur for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Los Alamos required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ann Carolyn Linnebur
Dr. Linnebur is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Los Alamos, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 661-8900.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ann Carolyn Linnebur
Practice Location
3917 West Rd Suite a, Los Alamos, NM 87544-2275
Mailing Address
3917 West Rd Suite a, Los Alamos, NM 87544-2275
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