LABORATORIO CLINICO PLAZA PALACIOS
NPI 1093102485
Clinical Medical Laboratory in Toa Alta, PR

NPI Status: Active since April 23, 2015

Contact Information

AVE LOS PALACIOS INTERSECCION CARR 167
CENTRO COMERCIAL PLAZA PALACIOS LOCAL E-2
TOA ALTA, PR
ZIP 00953
Phone: (787) 605-8827
Fax: (787) 869-9988

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  • Organization
  • Clinical Medical Laboratory
  • CLIA Number: 40D0684519
  • CLIA Cert. Type: Independent
  • CLIA Exp. Date: 07-31-2026

About LABORATORIO CLINICO PLAZA PALACIOS

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Laboratorio Clinico Plaza Palacios, a provider established in Toa Alta, Puerto Rico operating as a Clinical Medical Laboratory. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1093102485 assigned on April 2015. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 291U00000X. The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. The authorized official of this NPI record is Nixzaliz Marrero (President)

NPI
1093102485
Provider Name
LABORATORIO CLINICO PLAZA PALACIOS
Entity Type
Organization
Location Address
AVE LOS PALACIOS INTERSECCION CARR 167 CENTRO COMERCIAL PLAZA PALACIOS LOCAL E-2 TOA ALTA, PR 00953
Location Phone
(787) 605-8827
Location Fax
(787) 869-9988
Mailing Address
615 CARR 152 SUITE 4 NARANJITO, PR 00719
Mailing Phone
(787) 605-8827
Mailing Fax
(787) 869-9988
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Is Organization Subpart?
No
Enumeration Date
04-23-2015
Last Update Date
04-23-2015
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Establishments like Laboratorio Clinico Plaza Palacios are healthcare facilities that may perform a wide range of laboratory procedures, assisted by doctors and medical technologists. Laboratories can be categorized according to their function as common diagnostic labs or specialty labs that conduct specialized or confirmatory tests. Different clinical laboratories could specialize in clinical chemistry, clinical microbiology, hematology, serology, clinical microscopy, cytopathology, molecular biology, or public health. Please inquire directly with this provider to confirm their test menu.

Clinical labs in the U.S. that perform human testing are regulated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program. The purpose of the CLIA program is to guarantee the quality of laboratory testing. This provider has a CLIA number assigned, and undergoes regular inspections to ensure compliance and quality.

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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

Clinical Medical Laboratory

Taxonomy Code
291U00000X
Type
Laboratories
License State
PR
Taxonomy Description
(1) A clinical laboratory is a facility for the biological, microbiological, serological, chemical, immunohematological, hematological, biophysical, cytological, pathological, or other examination of materials derived from the human body for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, human beings. These examinations also include procedures to determine, measure, or otherwise describe the presence or absence of various substances or organisms in the body. Facilities only collecting or preparing specimens (or both) or only serving as a mailing service and not performing testing are not considered clinical laboratories. (2) Any facility that examines materials from the human body for purposes of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, or the assessment of, the health of human beings. Typical divisions of a clinical laboratory include hematology, cytology, bacteriology, histology, biochemistry, medical toxicology, and serology.

Authorized Official

The authorized official is the designated individual with the legal authority to make changes to the provider’s official NPI record. For organizations, the authorized official must be a general partner, chairman of the board, CEO, CFO or a direct owner holding at least a 5 percent stake in the medical organization.

Authorized Official Name

NIXZALIZ MARRERO

Authorized Official Title
PRESIDENT
Authorized Official Phone
(787) 605-8827

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.

Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total)

A basic group blood test measures the levels of certain chemicals in your blood, including calcium. This helps assess your overall health and detect potential problems. The procedure involves drawing a small amount of blood from your arm, which is then analyzed in a lab.

This service was performed 14 times for 12 patients

Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals

A comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.

This service was performed 39 times for 26 patients

Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides)

A lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.

This service was performed 39 times for 23 patients

Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh)

A TSH blood test measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone in your body. This hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and regulates how your thyroid works. It's a simple procedure where a small amount of blood is drawn from your arm for analysis.

This service was performed 38 times for 24 patients

Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count

A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.

This service was performed 46 times for 27 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

This service was performed 29 times for 19 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

This service was performed 79 times for 35 patients

Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated

A manual urinalysis test with automated microscopic examination is a lab process that checks your urine for health indicators. It involves a machine scanning your sample to identify any abnormal elements, which can assist in diagnosing various conditions.

This service was performed 57 times for 29 patients

Specimen collection for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (sars-cov-2) (coronavirus disease [covid-19]), any specimen source

Specimen collection for SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, involves taking a sample from the nose or throat using a swab. This sample is then analyzed in a lab to detect the presence of the virus. It's a crucial step in diagnosing COVID-19.

This service was performed 17 times for 12 patients

Urine microalbumin (protein) level

The urine microalbumin level test measures the amount of a protein called albumin in your urine. This test helps to detect early signs of kidney damage. High levels of albumin may suggest your kidneys aren't functioning properly. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves providing a urine sample.

This service was performed 16 times for 14 patients

Vitamin d-3 level

A Vitamin D-3 level test measures the amount of Vitamin D-3, a crucial nutrient, in your body. This test helps identify if your levels are too low or too high. Low levels may lead to bone weakness, while high levels could harm your kidneys. It's a simple blood test.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

CLIA Information

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:

CLIA Number
40D0684519
Facility Type
Independent
Certificate Effective Date
August 01, 2024
Certificate Expiration Date
July 31, 2026
Laboratory Director
VERONICA CABRERA
Certificate Type
Certificate of Compliance
Certificate Type Description
This CLIA certificate is issued to Laboratorio Clinico Plaza Palacios after an inspection that finds the laboratory to be in compliance with all applicable CLIA requirements. This type of certificate is issued to laboratories that perform nonwaived (moderate and/or high complexity) testing.

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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 1093102485, we treat the final digit (5) 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 55. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 55 = 5).

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
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 4
3
Unchanged
Pos 5
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 6
0
Unchanged
Pos 7
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 8
4
Unchanged
Pos 9
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Check
5
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 9 → 18 → 9 1 → 2 2 → 4 8 → 16 → 7

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 0 + 1 + 8 + 3 + 2 + 0 + 4 + 4 + 1 + 6 + 24 = 55

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

The next multiple of ten after 55 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 55 = 5
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 5, which matches the last digit of 1093102485.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1093102485, enumerated as an "organization" on April 23, 2015.

The provider is located at AVE LOS PALACIOS INTERSECCION CARR 167 CENTRO COMERCIAL PLAZA PALACIOS LOCAL E-2 TOA ALTA, PR 00953 and the phone number is (787) 605-8827.

Clinical Medical Laboratory with taxonomy code 291U00000X.