MELISSA RIVERA PA-C
NPI 1124424668
Physician Assistant - Medical in Huntingdon Valley, PA

NPI Status: Active since November 11, 2014

Contact Information

727 WELSH RD
SUITE 103
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA
ZIP 19006
Phone: (215) 947-7550

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 12
  • Physician Assistant
  • Medical
  • May Accept Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About MELISSA RIVERA

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Melissa Rivera, a primary care provider established in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant, focusing in medical and more than 12 years of experience. She graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2014. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1124424668 assigned on November 2014. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363AM0700X with license number OA003378 (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 11 years ago.

NPI
1124424668
Provider Name
MELISSA RIVERA PA-C
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
727 WELSH RD SUITE 103 HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Location Phone
(215) 947-7550
Mailing Address
727 WELSH RD SUITE 103 HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Mailing Phone
(215) 947-7550
Medical School Name
PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Graduation Year
2014
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
11-11-2014
Last Update Date
08-11-2015
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Melissa Rivera 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

Physician Assistant Medical

Taxonomy Code
363AM0700X
Type
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
License No.
OA003378
License State
PA

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Melissa Rivera 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.

Melissa Rivera 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: 5890001168

    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: I20240523002416

    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

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

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 33 times for 26 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 43 times for 39 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 11 times for 11 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 15 times for 15 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 1124424668, we treat the final digit (8) 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 62. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 62 = 8).

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

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 1 + 4 + 4 + 8 + 2 + 8 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 24 = 62

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

The next multiple of ten after 62 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 62 = 8
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 8, which matches the last digit of 1124424668.

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Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
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Surgery
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HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Podiatrist
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 203
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Podiatrist
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 203
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Internal Medicine
727 WELSH RD, STE 101
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Surgery
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 101
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Counselor (Mental Health)
727 WELSH RD, STE 202
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Counselor (Mental Health)
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HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Neurological Surgery
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HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Counselor (Mental Health)
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HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Counselor (Mental Health)
727 WELSH RD, STE 202
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Counselor (Mental Health)
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 202
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Neurological Surgery
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 108
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Counselor (Mental Health)
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 202
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Neurological Surgery
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 108
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Counselor (Mental Health)
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 202
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Counselor (Mental Health)
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 202
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
Counselor (Mental Health)
727 WELSH RD, SUITE 202
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1124424668, enumerated as an "individual" on November 11, 2014.

The provider is located at 727 WELSH RD SUITE 103 HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006 and the phone number is (215) 947-7550.

Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363AM0700X and a focus in Medical.