JAMES P. TASTO M.D.
NPI 1124021936
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in San Diego, CA

NPI Status: Active since May 24, 2005

Contact Information

6719 ALVARADO RD
STE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA
ZIP 92120
Phone: (619) 229-3932
Fax: (619) 582-2860

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • PECOS Enrolled

About JAMES TASTO

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for James Tasto, a provider established in San Diego, California with a medical specialization in Orthopaedic Surgery, focusing in sports medicine . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1124021936 assigned on May 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207XX0005X with license number G14672 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 9 years ago.

NPI
1124021936
Provider Name
JAMES P. TASTO M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
6719 ALVARADO RD STE 200 SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Location Phone
(619) 229-3932
Location Fax
(619) 582-2860
Mailing Address
6719 ALVARADO RD STE 200 SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Mailing Phone
(619) 229-3932
Mailing Fax
(619) 582-2860
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
05-24-2005
Last Update Date
09-15-2017
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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

Orthopaedic Surgery Sports Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207XX0005X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
G14672
License State
CA
Taxonomy Description
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
00G146720MEDICAID (05)CA 
WG14672DOTHER (01)CAMEDICARE ID
A39306MEDICARE UPIN (02)CA 
WG14672DMEDICARE PIN (08)CA 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

James Tasto 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.

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

This service was performed 37 times for 23 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 29 times for 21 patients

Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg

This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.

This service was performed 108 times for 16 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 1124021936, we treat the final digit (6) 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 54. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 54 = 6).

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

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 1 + 4 + 4 + 0 + 2 + 2 + 9 + 6 + 24 = 54

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

The next multiple of ten after 54 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 54 = 6
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 6, which matches the last digit of 1124021936.

Other Providers at the Same Location


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

Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
6719 ALVARADO RD, STE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Specialist
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 207
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Family Medicine
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE305
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Physician Assistant
6719 ALVARADO RD, STE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 206
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Specialist/Technologist, Other
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Orthopaedic Surgery
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Physical Therapist
6719 ALVARADO RD, #200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 100
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Anesthesiology
6719 ALVARADO RD
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Clinic/Center (Infusion Therapy)
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 206
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Orthopaedic Surgery
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
6719 ALVARADO RD, 206
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Internal Medicine
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 108
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
6719 ALVARADO RD
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Orthopaedic Surgery
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Internal Medicine
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 108
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Obstetrics & Gynecology
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 302
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
Anesthesiology
6719 ALVARADO RD, SUITE 100
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1124021936, enumerated as an "individual" on May 24, 2005.

The provider is located at 6719 ALVARADO RD STE 200 SAN DIEGO, CA 92120 and the phone number is (619) 229-3932.

Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207XX0005X and a focus in Sports Medicine.

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