LAURA R MORGAN MD
NPI 1023096831
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Palm Desert, CA

NPI Status: Active since January 03, 2006

Contact Information

36-921 COOK STREET
SUITE 102
PALM DESERT, CA
ZIP 92211
Phone: (760) 836-9066
Fax: (760) 836-9066

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 50
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • May Accept Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled
  • Medicare Quality Reporting

About LAURA MORGAN

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Laura Morgan, an internist established in Palm Desert, California with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in pulmonary disease and more than 50 years of experience. She graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine in 1976. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1023096831 assigned on January 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RP1001X with license number 651591 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 14 years ago.

NPI
1023096831
Provider Name
LAURA R MORGAN MD
Other Name
LAURA R FLETCHER
Other Name Type
Former Name (1)
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
36-921 COOK STREET SUITE 102 PALM DESERT, CA 92211
Location Phone
(760) 836-9066
Location Fax
(760) 836-9066
Mailing Address
36921 COOK ST SUITE 102 PALM DESERT, CA 92211
Mailing Phone
(760) 836-9066
Mailing Fax
(760) 836-9066
Medical School Name
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduation Year
1976
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
01-03-2006
Last Update Date
07-06-2012
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An internist like Laura Morgan is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Internal Medicine Pulmonary Disease

Taxonomy Code
207RP1001X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
651591
License State
CA
Taxonomy Description
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
00G515911MEDICARE PIN (08)CA 
A07324MEDICARE UPIN (02) 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Laura Morgan is registered with Medicare but maybe doesn't accept claims assignment. If you are a Medicare beneficiary call and confirm with the provider before seeking any services.

Laura Morgan is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 840104949

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20050630000178

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Maybe

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Supplies for maintenance of non-insulin drug infusion catheter, per week (list drugs separately) (HCPCS:A4221)

    1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Infusion supplies for external drug infusion pump, per cassette or bag (list drugs separately) (HCPCS:A4222)

    1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips (HCPCS:A4253)

    15 DME suppliers used 37 Medicare Claims 89 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips (HCPCS:A4256)

    2 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Lancets, per box of 100 (HCPCS:A4259)

    6 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 27 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Lubricant, individual sterile packet, each (HCPCS:A4332)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 55 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6402)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 550 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable (HCPCS:A7003)

    2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 27 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each (HCPCS:A7030)

    4 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 21 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each (HCPCS:A7031)

    4 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 55 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap (HCPCS:A7034)

    5 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Headgear used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7035)

    6 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 21 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Tubing used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7037)

    6 DME suppliers used 31 Medicare Claims 31 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7038)

    6 DME suppliers used 28 Medicare Claims 168 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each (HCPCS:A7046)

    5 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

    Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

    3 DME suppliers used 158 Medicare Claims 158 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE005N)

    Home ventilator, any type, used with invasive interface, (e.g., tracheostomy tube) (HCPCS:E0465)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE005N)

    Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) (HCPCS:E0466)

    2 DME suppliers used 36 Medicare Claims 36 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:E0562)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Nebulizer, with compressor (HCPCS:E0570)

    3 DME suppliers used 57 Medicare Claims 57 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device (HCPCS:E0601)

    3 DME suppliers used 39 Medicare Claims 39 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

    7 DME suppliers used 346 Medicare Claims 346 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Portable oxygen concentrator, rental (HCPCS:E1392)

    5 DME suppliers used 112 Medicare Claims 112 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service (HCPCS:K0553)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days (HCPCS:Q0513)

    17 DME suppliers used 108 Medicare Claims 108 Services Paid

Orthotic Devices

  • DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

    Tracheostomy care kit for established tracheostomy (HCPCS:A4629)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 330 Services Paid

  • DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

    Tracheostomy tube collar/holder, each (HCPCS:A7526)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 165 Services Paid

  • DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

    Tracheostomy speaking valve (HCPCS:L8501)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

Unknown

  • Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) (RI008N)

    Injection, immune globulin/hyaluronidase, (hyqvia), 100 mg immuneglobulin (HCPCS:J1575)

    1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 4550 Services Paid

Drugs Administered Through DME

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg (HCPCS:J7613)

    12 DME suppliers used 54 Medicare Claims 12823 Services Paid

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme (HCPCS:J7620)

    9 DME suppliers used 51 Medicare Claims 4200 Services Paid

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG000N)

    Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg (HCPCS:J7626)

    6 DME suppliers used 30 Medicare Claims 1770 Services Paid

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Ipratropium bromide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, per milligram (HCPCS:J7644)

    2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 410 Services Paid

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.

Administration of influenza virus vaccine

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

This service was performed 86 times for 85 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

This service was performed 263 times for 259 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

This service was performed 276 times for 276 patients

Annual wellness visit; includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), initial visit

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your doctor to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's an opportunity to discuss your health status and goals and get a plan tailored for you.

This service was performed 18 times for 18 patients

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 340 times for 229 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 349 times for 214 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

This service was performed 19 times for 19 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

This service was performed 268 times for 48 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

This service was performed 64 times for 42 patients

Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free

The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.

This service was performed 85 times for 84 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

This service was performed 71 times for 45 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

This service was performed 27 times for 14 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

This service was performed 21 times for 21 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

This service was performed 20 times for 20 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

This service was performed 15 times for 15 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

This service was performed 15 times for 14 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes

A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.

This service was performed 14 times for 13 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using sensors

This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.

This service was performed 96 times for 96 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

This service was performed 95 times for 95 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

This service was performed 96 times for 96 patients

Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity

Transitional care management services are designed to ensure a smooth transition from a hospital to home or another care setting for patients with complex health issues. These services include medication management, patient education, and coordination with healthcare providers.

This service was performed 21 times for 19 patients

Transitional care management services for problem of moderate complexity

Transitional care management services focus on coordinating and managing your care after you leave the hospital. For moderate complexity problems, this involves managing your medications, arranging further treatments, and ensuring you have the necessary follow-ups.

This service was performed 20 times for 19 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 92211 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $136.04
  • Minimum New Patient Price $59.6
  • Maximum New Patient Price $179.42
  • Average New Patient Copayment $34.01
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.9
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $44.85

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $104.64
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $19.37
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $146.42
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $26.16
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.84
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $36.6

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Quality Reporting

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.

Quality Measure Performance Number of Patients
Engagement of patients through implementation of improvements in patient portalYesN/A
Access to an enhanced patient portal that provides up to date information related to relevant chronic disease health or blood pressure control, and includes interactive features allowing patients to enter health information and/or enables bidirectional communication about medication changes and adherence.
e-Prescribing 99% 1058
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
Immunization Registry ReportingYesN/A
The MIPS eligible clinician is in active engagement with a public health agency to submit immunization data.
Medication Reconciliation 95% 163
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
Patient-Specific Education 59% 661
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical RecordYesN/A
• Provide 24/7 access to MIPS eligible clinicians, groups, or care teams for advice about urgent and emergent care (e.g., MIPS eligible clinician and care team access to medical record, cross-coverage with access to medical record, or protocol-driven nurse line with access to medical record) that could include one or more of the following: • Expanded hours in evenings and weekends with access to the patient medical record (e.g., coordinate with small practices to provide alternate hour office visits and urgent care); • Use of alternatives to increase access to care team by MIPS eligible clinicians and groups, such as e-visits, phone visits, group visits, home visits and alternate locations (e.g., senior centers and assisted living centers); and/or Provision of same-day or next-day access to a consistent MIPS eligible clinician, group or care team when needed for urgent care or transition management.
Provide Patient Access 80% 661
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold certain information.
Secure Messaging 5% 661
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure message sent by the patient (or the patient-authorized representative) during the performance period.
Security Risk AnalysisYesN/A
Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process.

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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 1023096831, we treat the final digit (1) 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 59. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 59 = 1).

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
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 4
3
Unchanged
Pos 5
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 6
9
Unchanged
Pos 7
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 8
8
Unchanged
Pos 9
3
Doubled → 6
Check
1
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 2 → 4 0 → 0 6 → 12 → 3 3 → 6

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 0 + 4 + 3 + 0 + 9 + 1 + 2 + 8 + 6 + 24 = 59

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

The next multiple of ten after 59 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 59 = 1
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 1, which matches the last digit of 1023096831.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1023096831, enumerated as an "individual" on January 03, 2006.

The provider is located at 36-921 COOK STREET SUITE 102 PALM DESERT, CA 92211 and the phone number is (760) 836-9066.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RP1001X and a focus in Pulmonary Disease.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.