PAY-LESS PHARMACY
NPI 1154354181
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies in Decatur, AL
NPI Status: Active since July 10, 2006
Contact Information
1206 7TH ST SE
DECATUR, AL
ZIP 35601
Phone: (256) 353-5011
Fax: (256) 355-5152
- Organization
- Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supp...
- Accepts Insurance
- Medicare Supplier
- Does Not Accept Medicare Approved Payment
- CLIA Number: 01D2145722
- CLIA Cert. Type: Pharmacy
- CLIA Exp. Date: 03-13-2028
About PAY-LESS PHARMACY
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Pay-less Pharmacy, a provider established in Decatur, Alabama operating as a Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1154354181 assigned on July 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 332B00000X. The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 7 years ago. The provider's is doing business as Pay-less Pharmacy. The authorized official of this NPI record is Blake Lee Gowen (Owner/ Rph In Charge)
- NPI
- 1154354181
- Provider Legal Name
- SAND DRUGS INC
- Other Organization Name
- PAY-LESS PHARMACY
- Other Name Type
- Doing Business As (3)
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 1206 7TH ST SE DECATUR, AL 35601
- Location Phone
- (256) 353-5011
- Location Fax
- (256) 355-5152
- Mailing Address
- 1206 7TH ST SE DECATUR, AL 35601
- Mailing Phone
- (256) 353-5011
- Mailing Fax
- (256) 355-5152
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 07-10-2006
- Last Update Date
- 03-19-2019
- Code Navigator
Pay-less Pharmacy is a medicare supplier with PTAN 20638877 who does not accept Medicare assignment for all durable medical equipment and supplies. The provider may not accept the Medicare allowable as payment in full and may collect additional payment directly from the patient, and/or charge more than the Medicare allowable.The supplier carries the following product categories: Immunosuppressive Drugs or Nebulizer Drugs or Oral Anticancer Drugs or Commodes, Urinals, Bedpans or Blood Glucose Monitors/Supplies (Non-Mail Order) or Hospital Beds (Electric) or Hospital Beds (Manual) or Support Surfaces: Pressure Reducing Beds/Mats/Pads or Traction Equipment or (TENS) Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators and/or Supplies or Canes and/or Crutches or Patient Lifts or Seat Lift Mechanisms or Walkers or Wheelchairs (Standard Manual) or Wheelchairs (Standard Manual Related Accessories) or Wheelchair Seating/Cushions or Orthoses: Prefabricated (Non-Custom Fabricated) or Orthoses: Off-The-Shelf or Penile Pumps or Ostomy Supplies or Tracheotomy Supplies or Urological Supplies or Enteral Nutrients or Enteral Equipment and/or Supplies or Nebulizer Equipment and/or Supplies or Surgical Dressings or Diabetic Shoes and Inserts.
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 1207 Medical Dr SE
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 353-5011
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
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
- Taxonomy Code
- 332B00000X
- Type
- Suppliers
- Taxonomy Description
- A supplier of medical equipment such as respirators, wheelchairs, home dialysis systems, or monitoring systems, that are prescribed by a physician for a patient's use in the home and that are usable for an extended period of time.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue HSA Bronze - PPO
- Blue Protect - PPO
- Blue Saver Bronze - PPO
- Blue Saver Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Standardized Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Standardized Statewide Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Statewide Silver EPO - EPO
- Blue Value Gold - PPO
- Blue Value Silver - PPO
- Blue Access Gold for Business - PPO
- Bronze Classic 4700 - EPO
- Bronze Classic Standard - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - EPO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - EPO
- Gold Classic Standard - EPO
- Gold Simple - EPO
- Silver Classic Standard - EPO
- Silver Simple - EPO
- Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM - EPO
- UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
- UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) - EPO
- UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) - EPO
- UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
- UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) - EPO
- UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
- UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) - EPO
- UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) - EPO
- UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
- UHC Silver Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51531230 | OTHER (01) | AL | BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD AL |
| 000052917 | MEDICAID (05) | AL |
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.
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Administration of influenza virus vaccine
Administration of pneumococcal vaccine
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent derived from cell cultures, preservative and antibiotic free
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent inactivated, 0.5 ml dosage
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (pcv20), for intramuscular use
The "Fee Covid-19 Vac 13 Res" service refers to a charge for the 13th dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, typically for individuals requiring additional doses due to specific health conditions. It's crucial to follow your healthcare provider's advice for your health safety.
This service was performed 34 times for 34 patientsThe "Fee covid-19 vac 14 res" refers to a charge for a specific service related to the COVID-19 vaccine. This could be for administering the vaccine or related care. It's crucial to get vaccinated to protect against the virus. The fee ensures quality service.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsThe administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
This service was performed 251 times for 250 patientsThe pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against pneumococcal bacteria, which can cause severe infections like pneumonia and meningitis. The vaccine is given as an injection, typically in the arm. It's recommended for infants, older adults, and those with certain health conditions.
This service was performed 24 times for 24 patientsThe quadrivalent influenza vaccine is a flu shot that protects against four different flu viruses. Derived from cell cultures, it is free of preservatives and antibiotics. It's a safe and effective way to reduce your risk of getting the flu.
This service was performed 61 times for 61 patientsThe quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine is a shot given to protect against four strains of the flu virus. This 0.5 ml dosage helps your body develop immunity to the virus. It's an important step in preventing flu-related complications.
This service was performed 195 times for 195 patientsThe Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV20) is a shot given to protect against 20 types of bacteria that can cause serious infections like pneumonia and meningitis. It's administered through a muscle, usually in the arm. It's important for overall health.
This service was performed 24 times for 24 patientsMedical Equipment Supplier
The provider carries the following medical supplies product categories:
- PTAN
- 20638877
- Accepts Medicare Assignment
- NO
- Specialities List
- Certified Other, Orthotic Personnel, Pharmacy.
- Competitive Bidding
- NO
Supplies List
- Immunosuppressive Drugs - Immunosuppressive drugs require dosage, frequency, and route of administration to prevent or treat the rejection of an organ transplant
- Nebulizer Drugs - Albuterol, levalbuterol, and metaproterenol are all short-acting bronchodilators with beta-adrenergic stimulatory effect
- Oral Anticancer Drugs - FDA anticancer drugs
- Commodes, Urinals, Bedpans - Raised toilets, Drop-arm commodes, Folding commodes, Plastic urinals, Plastic bedpans, Disposable urinals
- Blood Glucose Monitors/Supplies (Non-Mail Order) - Home blood glucose monitors including lancets, reagent strips, and other supplies necessary for the proper functioning of the device
- Hospital Beds (Electric) - Total electric hospital beds, Semi-electric hospital beds
- Hospital Beds (Manual) - Fixed height hospital beds, Variable height hospital beds
- Support Surfaces: Pressure Reducing Beds/Mats/Pads - Group 1 – Alternating pressure pad, Air/Water/Dry pressure pad or pressure mattress. Group 2 - Pressure reducing powered air mattresses, Powered air flotation bed, non-powered pressure reducing mattress Group 3 – Air fluidized bed
- Traction Equipment - Traction tables, Traction machines, Inversion tables
- (TENS) Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators and/or Supplies - Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for the relief of acute post-operative pain
- Canes and/or Crutches - Standard Canes, Quad Canes, Offset Canes, Standard Crutches, Forearm Crutches
- Patient Lifts - Ceiling lifts, Slings
- Seat Lift Mechanisms - Lift chair
- Walkers - Standard Walkers, Wheeled Walkers, Folding Walker
- Wheelchairs (Standard Manual) - Standard wheelchairs, transport wheelchairs, heavy duty wheelchairs
- Wheelchairs (Standard Manual Related Accessories) - Accessories for standard wheelchairs, transport wheelchairs, heavy duty wheelchairs
- Wheelchair Seating/Cushions - Wheelchair seat cushions, Wheelchair bank cushions, Wheelchair padded armrests
- Orthoses: Prefabricated (Non-Custom Fabricated) - Met pads, Heel pads, Heel spur pads
- Orthoses: Off-The-Shelf - Met pads, Heel pads, Heel spur pads
- Penile Pumps -
- Ostomy Supplies - Pouches, Paste, Powder, Barrier wipes
- Tracheotomy Supplies - Tracheostomy care kits
- Urological Supplies - Catheters, Urinary collection devices
- Enteral Nutrients - Enteral formula
- Enteral Equipment and/or Supplies - Enteral infusion pumps, enteral nutrition supply kits
- Nebulizer Equipment and/or Supplies - Nebulizers, Atomizers, Filters
- Surgical Dressings - Gauze, Elastic bandages, Adhesive tape
- Diabetic Shoes and Inserts - Shoes, Socks, Insoles
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
- 01D2145722
- Facility Type
- Pharmacy
- Certificate Effective Date
- March 14, 2026
- Certificate Expiration Date
- March 13, 2028
- Laboratory Director
- BLAKE L. GOWEN
- Certificate Type
- Certificate of Waiver
- Certificate Type Description
- This CLIA certificate is issued to Pay-less Pharmacy to perform only waived tests. CLIA defines waived tests as simple tests with a low risk for an incorrect result. Waived tests include certain tests listed in CLIA regulations, tests cleared by the FDA for home use and tests approved by the FDA for waived status and that meet CLIA waiver criteria.
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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 1154354181, we treat the final digit (1) 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 59. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 59 = 1).
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 59 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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The following 3 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1154354181, enumerated as an "organization" on July 10, 2006.
The provider is located at 1206 7TH ST SE DECATUR, AL 35601 and the phone number is (256) 353-5011.
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies with taxonomy code 332B00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Oscar. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
