
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
- Older Adult
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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FemaleAbout Joy E. Linthicum
Joy Linthicum, CRNP, specializes in nephrology and is a certified nurse practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She practices at UPMC Western Maryland Nephrology. Ms. Linthicum completed her bachelor's degree at West Virginia University and master's degree at Frostburg State University.
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Provider Type
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Locations
- UPMC Western Maryland Nephrology
- 12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 590, Cumberland, MD 21502
- phone: 240-964-8910
Expertise
Education
Frostburg University
Masters of Science in NursingWest Virginia University
Bachelor of Science and NursingBoard Certifications
Nurse Practitioner
American Academy of Nurse PractitionersInsurance
- UPMC for Life
- UPMC Health Plan
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Humana
- Non-PA Medical Assistance
- Palmetto
- Tricare
- Unison
- United Healthcare
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
93 ratings, 13 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
She's amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
Joy is very very good and very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Joy is very friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely cares about my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
Joy Linthicum is a very well educated devoted nephrologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2025
Joy Linthicum was extremely professional and listened to my concerns and offered assistance.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2024
Dr Joy is always very thorough. Very pleasant. Listens to all concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2024
Very informative and conclusive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
I appreciate the attention Joy gives to her patients. She is very knowledgeable, very friendly and shows concern. Always has answers for all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2024
Absolutley will highly recommend Joy! She is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2024
Just love Joy excellant PA. Would recommend her to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2023
This was my first time seiing Joy. Joy seemed intelligent, professional and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2023
I would highly recommend this group to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2023
Joy was very aware of my past medical procedures, and discussed any new concerns.