MICHAEL J GARS DC
NPI 1134177660
Chiropractor in Clearwater, FL

NPI Status: Active since May 05, 2006

Contact Information

24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL
ZIP 33763
Phone: (727) 726-1460
Fax: (727) 724-9705

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Chiropractor

About MICHAEL GARS

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Michael Gars, a provider established in Clearwater, Florida with a medical specialization in Chiropractor. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1134177660 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 111N00000X with license number CH6905 (FL). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 19 years ago.

NPI
1134177660
Provider Name
MICHAEL J GARS DC
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Location Phone
(727) 726-1460
Location Fax
(727) 724-9705
Mailing Address
7249 US HIGHWAY 19 SUNCOAST TOTAL HEALTHCARE LLC NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
Mailing Phone
(727) 848-3377
Mailing Fax
(727) 847-4188
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
05-05-2006
Last Update Date
07-08-2007
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A chiropractor like Michael Gars helps patients with problems of the neuromusculoskeletal system, which includes nerves, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Chiropractors use spinal adjustments and manipulation, as well as other clinical interventions, to manage health issues such as back and neck pain. Some chiropractors apply procedures like massage therapy, rehabilitative exercise, ultrasound and spinal adjustments and manipulation. A chiropractor focuses on the patients overall health and might refer patients to other healthcare professionals if necessary.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Chiropractor

Taxonomy Code
111N00000X
Type
Chiropractic Providers
License No.
CH6905
License State
FL
Taxonomy Description
A provider qualified by a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.), licensed by the State and who practices chiropractic medicine -that discipline within the healing arts which deals with the nervous system and its relationship to the spinal column and its interrelationship with other body systems.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
55301ZMEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04)FL 
U60935MEDICARE UPIN (02) 

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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 1134177660, 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.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
1
Unchanged
Pos 3
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 4
4
Unchanged
Pos 5
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 6
7
Unchanged
Pos 7
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 8
6
Unchanged
Pos 9
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Check
0
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 3 → 6 1 → 2 7 → 14 → 5 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 + 6 + 4 + 2 + 7 + 1 + 4 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 24 = 60

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.

60 - 60 = 0
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 0, which matches the last digit of 1134177660.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 19 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Marriage & Family Therapist
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Physical Therapist
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
General Practice
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Pain Medicine (Pain Medicine)
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Chiropractor
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Chiropractor
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Physical Therapist
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Chiropractor
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
General Practice
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Clinic/Center (Health Service)
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Home Health
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Chiropractor
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Family Medicine
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Chiropractor
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Non-Pharmacy Dispensing Site
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763
Chiropractor
24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N
CLEARWATER, FL 33763

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1134177660, enumerated as an "individual" on May 05, 2006.

The provider is located at 24945 US HIGHWAY 19 N CLEARWATER, FL 33763 and the phone number is (727) 726-1460.

Chiropractor with taxonomy code 111N00000X.

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