DR. HECTOR ESTEPAN MD
NPI 1124142369
General Practice in Lenoir, NC
NPI Status: Active since March 16, 2007
Contact Information
1345 NC HIGHWAY 268
LENOIR, NC
ZIP 28645
Phone: (828) 754-6850
Fax: (828) 757-3214
- Individual
- Male
- General Practice
About HECTOR ESTEPAN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Hector Estepan, a primary care provider established in Lenoir, North Carolina with a medical specialization in General Practice. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1124142369 assigned on March 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 208D00000X with license number 1310531 (NY). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 3 years ago.
- NPI
- 1124142369
- Provider Name
- DR. HECTOR ESTEPAN MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1345 NC HIGHWAY 268 LENOIR, NC 28645
- Location Phone
- (828) 754-6850
- Location Fax
- (828) 757-3214
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 319 PATTERSON, NC 28661
- Mailing Phone
- (828) 754-6850
- Mailing Fax
- (828) 757-3214
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 03-16-2007
- Last Update Date
- 03-07-2023
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like Hector Estepan sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc .
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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
General Practice
- Taxonomy Code
- 208D00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 1310531
- License State
- NY
- Taxonomy Description
- A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions. Source: National Uniform Claim Committee
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00131053 | MEDICAID (05) | NY |
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.
Automated urinalysis test
Hemoglobin a1c level
Urine microalbumin (protein) analysis
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
This service was performed 21 times for 15 patientsHemoglobin 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 18 times for 13 patientsUrine microalbumin analysis is a test that measures the amount of a protein called albumin in your urine. This protein is usually present in very small amounts, but higher levels can indicate kidney issues. The test is non-invasive and involves a simple urine sample.
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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 1124142369, we treat the final digit (9) 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 51. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 51 = 9).
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 51 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1124142369, enumerated as an "individual" on March 16, 2007.
The provider is located at 1345 NC HIGHWAY 268 LENOIR, NC 28645 and the phone number is (828) 754-6850.
General Practice with taxonomy code 208D00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
