DR. MICHAEL KO M.D.
NPI 1063649820
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in New York, NY
NPI Status: Active since June 18, 2009
Contact Information
780 8TH AVE
201
NEW YORK, NY
ZIP 10036
Phone: (212) 757-0222
Fax: (212) 757-0223
- Individual
- Male
- Anesthesiology
- Pain Medicine
- PECOS Enrolled
About MICHAEL KO
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Michael Ko, a provider established in New York, New York with a medical specialization in Anesthesiology, focusing in pain medicine . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1063649820 assigned on June 2009. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207LP2900X with license number 271704 (NY). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 13 years ago.
- NPI
- 1063649820
- Provider Name
- DR. MICHAEL KO M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 780 8TH AVE 201 NEW YORK, NY 10036
- Location Phone
- (212) 757-0222
- Location Fax
- (212) 757-0223
- Mailing Address
- 813 QUENTIN ROAD SUITE 200 BROOKLYN, NY 11223
- Mailing Phone
- (718) 998-9890
- Mailing Fax
- (212) 757-0223
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-18-2009
- Last Update Date
- 08-20-2013
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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
Anesthesiology Pain Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207LP2900X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 271704
- License State
- NY
- Taxonomy Description
- An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Michael Ko 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
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
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
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation
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 210 times for 76 patientsMethylprednisolone acetate is a medication given through an injection. It's a type of corticosteroid, which reduces inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat various conditions like arthritis, allergies, and skin diseases. This dose is 40 mg.
This service was performed 13 times for 11 patientsTesting for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.
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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 1063649820, 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.
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.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1063649820, enumerated as an "individual" on June 18, 2009.
The provider is located at 780 8TH AVE 201 NEW YORK, NY 10036 and the phone number is (212) 757-0222.
Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207LP2900X and a focus in Pain Medicine.
