COUNTY OF HOUGHTON DBA WESTERN UP HEALTH DEPARTMENT
NPI 1174651673
Clinic/Center - Public Health, State or Local in Hancock, MI
NPI Status: Active since February 28, 2007
Contact Information
540 DEPOT ST
HANCOCK, MI
ZIP 49930
Phone: (906) 482-7382
Fax: (906) 482-9410
- Organization
- Clinic/Center
- Public Health, State or Local
- Accepts Insurance
About COUNTY OF HOUGHTON DBA WESTERN UP HEALTH DEPARTMENT
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for County Of Houghton Dba Western Up Health Department, a primary care provider established in Hancock, Michigan operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in public health, state or local . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1174651673 assigned on February 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QP0905X. The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated May 2026. The provider's
- NPI
- 1174651673
- Provider Legal Name
- COUNTY OF HOUGHTON DBA WESTERN UP HEALTH DEPARTMENT
- Other Organization Name
- Other Name Type
- (6)
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 540 DEPOT ST HANCOCK, MI 49930
- Location Phone
- (906) 482-7382
- Location Fax
- (906) 482-9410
- Mailing Address
- 540 DEPOT ST HANCOCK, MI 49930
- Mailing Phone
- (906) 482-7382
- Mailing Fax
- (906) 482-9410
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 02-28-2007
- Last Update Date
- 05-05-2026
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like County Of Houghton Dba Western Up Health Department 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 .
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 303 Baraga Ave
Lanse, MI 49946
(906) 482-7382 - 408 Copper St
Ontonagon, MI 49953
(906) 482-7382 - 210 N Moore St
Bessemer, MI 49911
(906) 482-7382
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
Clinic/Center Public Health, State or Local
- Taxonomy Code
- 261QP0905X
- Type
- Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Bronze Extra - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Bronze Saver HSA - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Bronze Secure - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Gold - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Gold Extra - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Silver - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Silver Extra - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Silver Saver - HMO
- Blue Cross� Preferred HMO Value - HMO
- Blue Cross� Select HMO Bronze Extra - HMO
- Blue Cross� Select HMO Bronze Saver HSA - HMO
- Blue Cross� Select HMO Bronze Secure - HMO
- Blue Cross� Select HMO Silver - HMO
- Blue Cross� Select HMO Silver Extra - HMO
- Blue Cross� Select HMO Silver Saver - HMO
- Blue Cross� Select HMO Value - HMO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Extra - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Saver HSA - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Secure - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Gold - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Gold Extra - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver Extra - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver Saver HSA - PPO
- Blue Cross� Premier PPO Value - PPO
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
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 773018653 | MEDICAID (05) | MI |
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.
Administration of influenza virus vaccine
Administration of pneumococcal vaccine
Infectious agent detection by nucleic acid (dna or rna); severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (sars-cov-2) (coronavirus disease [covid-19]), amplified probe technique, cdc or non-cdc, making use of high throughput technologies, completed within
Infectious agent detection by nucleic acid (dna or rna); severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (sars-cov-2) (coronavirus disease [covid-19]), amplified probe technique, making use of high throughput technologies as described by cms-2020-01-r
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent, preservative free, 0.5 ml dosage
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (pcv20), for intramuscular use
The 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 259 times for 259 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 47 times for 47 patientsThis is a test to detect the COVID-19 virus. It uses a technique that amplifies the virus's genetic material (DNA or RNA) for detection. High throughput technologies are used for rapid and large-scale testing. The procedure is completed within a set time frame.
This service was performed 35 times for 34 patientsThis is a test for COVID-19. It uses high-tech methods to find the virus's genetic material in your body. The amplified probe technique helps detect the virus even in small amounts. This is crucial for early detection and effective treatment.
This service was performed 35 times for 34 patientsThe Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
This service was performed 248 times for 248 patientsThe quadrivalent influenza vaccine is a shot to protect you from four different flu viruses. It's preservative-free and given in a 0.5 ml dose. It helps your body build immunity to the flu, reducing your risk of getting sick.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 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.
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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 1174651673, we treat the final digit (3) 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 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).
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 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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HANCOCK, MI 49930
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1174651673, enumerated as an "organization" on February 28, 2007.
The provider is located at 540 DEPOT ST HANCOCK, MI 49930 and the phone number is (906) 482-7382.
Clinic/Center with taxonomy code 261QP0905X and a focus in Public Health, State or Local.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
