STEVEN F CHALLA DPM
NPI 1003874520
Podiatrist in Wyoming, MI

NPI Status: Active since May 03, 2006

Contact Information

5838 METRO WAY SW
WYOMING, MI
ZIP 49519
Phone: (616) 249-5300

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Podiatrist

About STEVEN CHALLA

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Steven Challa, a provider established in Wyoming, Michigan with a medical specialization in Podiatrist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1003874520 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 213E00000X with license number 5901001839 (MI). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated one year ago.

NPI
1003874520
Provider Name
STEVEN F CHALLA DPM
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
5838 METRO WAY SW WYOMING, MI 49519
Location Phone
(616) 249-5300
Mailing Address
5838 METRO WAY SW WYOMING, MI 49519
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
05-03-2006
Last Update Date
12-09-2025
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A podiatrist like Steven Challa provides medical and surgical care for people with foot, ankle, and lower leg issues. Podiatrists treat foot and ankle ailments like calluses, ingrown toenails, heel spurs, arthritis, congenital foot deformities, foot problems associated with diabetes and arch problems.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Podiatrist

Taxonomy Code
213E00000X
Type
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
License No.
5901001839
License State
MI
Taxonomy Description
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 20 times for 16 patients

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails

This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.

This service was performed 43 times for 30 patients

Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths

This procedure involves the safe removal of 2-4 noncancerous thickened skin growths. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The process helps to alleviate discomfort and prevent potential complications. It's a standard, low-risk procedure.

This service was performed 21 times for 14 patients

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1003874520, we treat the final digit (0) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 60. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 60 = 0).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
0
Unchanged
Pos 3
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 4
3
Unchanged
Pos 5
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 6
7
Unchanged
Pos 7
4
Doubled → 8
Pos 8
5
Unchanged
Pos 9
2
Doubled → 4
Check
0
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 0 → 0 8 → 16 → 7 4 → 8 2 → 4

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 0 + 0 + 3 + 1 + 6 + 7 + 8 + 5 + 4 + 24 = 60

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 60 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 60 = 0
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 0, which matches the last digit of 1003874520.

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The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

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Physical Therapist
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Psychologist (Clinical)
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Physical Therapist
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Dietitian, Registered
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Pharmacist
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WYOMING, MI 49519
Nurse Practitioner
5838 METRO WAY SW
WYOMING, MI 49519
Occupational Therapist
5838 METRO WAY SW
WYOMING, MI 49519
Psychologist (Clinical)
5838 METRO WAY SW
WYOMING, MI 49519
Family Medicine
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WYOMING, MI 49519
Family Medicine
5838 METRO WAY SW
WYOMING, MI 49519
Family Medicine
5838 METRO WAY SW
WYOMING, MI 49519
Nurse Practitioner
5838 METRO WAY SW
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Speech-Language Pathologist
5838 METRO WAY SW
WYOMING, MI 49519
Psychologist (Clinical)
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WYOMING, MI 49519
Optometrist
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WYOMING, MI 49519
Social Worker (Clinical)
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WYOMING, MI 49519
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
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Pharmacist
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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1003874520, enumerated as an "individual" on May 03, 2006.

The provider is located at 5838 METRO WAY SW WYOMING, MI 49519 and the phone number is (616) 249-5300.

Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213E00000X.