EYE ASSOCIATES NORTHWEST SURGERY CENTER
NPI 1184689408
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in Seattle, WA

NPI Status: Active since April 19, 2006

Contact Information

1455 NW LEARY WAY
SUITE 300
SEATTLE, WA
ZIP 98107
Phone: (206) 342-6041
Fax: (206) 781-8693

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  • Organization
  • Clinic/Center
  • Ambulatory Surgical
  • Accepts Insurance
  • CLIA Number: 50D2043398
  • CLIA Cert. Type: Ambulatory Surgery Center
  • CLIA Exp. Date: 04-04-2028

About EYE ASSOCIATES NORTHWEST SURGERY CENTER

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Eye Associates Northwest Surgery Center, a provider established in Seattle, Washington operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in ambulatory surgical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1184689408 assigned on April 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QA1903X. The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. The provider's is doing business as Eye Associates Northwest Surgery Center. The authorized official of this NPI record is Gary Whakuk Chung Md (Authorized Official/physician)

NPI
1184689408
Provider Legal Name
EVERGREEN EYE CENTER, PLLC
Other Organization Name
EYE ASSOCIATES NORTHWEST SURGERY CENTER
Other Name Type
Doing Business As (3)
Entity Type
Organization
Location Address
1455 NW LEARY WAY SUITE 300 SEATTLE, WA 98107
Location Phone
(206) 342-6041
Location Fax
(206) 781-8693
Mailing Address
1101 MADISON ST SUITE 600 SEATTLE, WA 98104
Mailing Phone
(206) 215-2004
Mailing Fax
(206) 781-8693
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Is Organization Subpart?
Yes
Enumeration Date
04-19-2006
Last Update Date
05-30-2024
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Clinic/Center Ambulatory Surgical

Taxonomy Code
261QA1903X
Type
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1332B00000XSuppliers

Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies

 

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Core Bronze HSA 10600 - EPO
  • Core Bronze HSA 7500 - EPO
  • Core Bronze HSA 8300 - EPO
  • Core Gold 1500 - EPO
  • Core Gold 3000 - EPO
  • Core Silver 3500 - EPO
  • Core Silver 4500 - EPO
  • Core Silver 5000 - EPO
  • Core Silver 7500 - EPO
  • Core Standard Expanded Bronze HSA - EPO
  • Core Standard Gold - EPO
  • Core Standard Silver - EPO
  • PacificSource Oregon Standard Bronze HSA Plan Core - EPO
  • PacificSource Oregon Standard Gold Plan Core - EPO
  • PacificSource Oregon Standard Silver Plan Core - EPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Alaska One Gold - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Preferred Bronze 5800 HSA - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Preferred Bronze 6350 - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Preferred Gold 1500 - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Preferred Silver 4500 - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Standard Bronze II - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Standard Gold - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Standard Silver - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Family Dental - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Pediatric Dental - PPO
  • HSA-E Qualified 7500 Bronze - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Bronze Plan - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Gold Plan - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Silver Plan - Signature Network - EPO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

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Authorized Official

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Authorized Official Name

GARY WHAKUK CHUNG MD

Authorized Official Title
AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL/PHYSICIAN
Authorized Official Phone
(206) 212-2100

Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
LABOR & INDUSTRIESOTHER (01)WA0014585
7094410MEDICAID (05)WA 

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.

Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens

This procedure involves removing a cloudy lens (cataract) from your eye and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens. It helps restore vision that has been affected by the cataract. The operation is usually done under local anesthesia.

This service was performed 162 times for 123 patients

Extensive repair of turning-outward eyelid defect

This procedure corrects an eyelid defect where the eyelid turns outward, exposing the eye. The extensive repair involves surgical techniques to reshape the eyelid and ensure it functions properly. This helps protect the eye and improve comfort.

This service was performed 81 times for 48 patients

Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens

This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.

This service was performed 853 times for 516 patients

Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid

This procedure, also known as upper eyelid surgery, is performed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper eyelid. It can help improve vision if heavy eyelids hinder it, and can also enhance the appearance of the eyes. It's a common, safe procedure.

This service was performed 87 times for 45 patients

Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser

This procedure, known as YAG laser capsulotomy, treats cloudiness in the lens capsule following cataract surgery. A laser is used to create a small hole in the cloudy capsule, allowing light to pass through and restore clear vision. It's a quick, painless procedure.

This service was performed 82 times for 63 patients

Repair of tendon of upper eyelid

Repair of the tendon of the upper eyelid is a surgical procedure aimed at fixing a droopy eyelid. This condition can affect your vision and appearance. The procedure involves tightening the tendon to lift the eyelid to its normal position, improving both function and aesthetics.

This service was performed 39 times for 22 patients

Shortening or advancement of upper eyelid muscle to correct drooping or paralysis

This procedure involves adjusting the muscle in your upper eyelid to correct drooping or paralysis. The muscle may be shortened or advanced to help lift the eyelid to a better position. This can improve vision and give a more alert appearance. It's typically an outpatient procedure.

This service was performed 29 times for 20 patients

Temporary closure of eyelids by suture

Temporary closure of eyelids by suture is a medical procedure to protect the eye. It involves stitching the eyelids together to prevent them from opening, often due to injury or disease. This helps to heal the eye by reducing exposure and irritation.

This service was performed 16 times for 13 patients

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
50D2043398
Facility Type
Ambulatory Surgery Center
Certificate Effective Date
July 02, 2012
Certificate Expiration Date
April 04, 2028
Laboratory Director
BRANT F. CARROLL
Certificate Type
Certificate of Waiver
Certificate Type Description
This CLIA certificate is issued to Eye Associates Northwest Surgery Center 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 1184689408, 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
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 4
4
Unchanged
Pos 5
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 6
8
Unchanged
Pos 7
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 8
4
Unchanged
Pos 9
0
Doubled → 0
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 8 → 16 → 7 6 → 12 → 3 9 → 18 → 9 0 → 0

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 1 + 1 + 6 + 4 + 1 + 2 + 8 + 1 + 8 + 4 + 0 + 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 1184689408.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1184689408, enumerated as an "organization" on April 19, 2006.

The provider is located at 1455 NW LEARY WAY SUITE 300 SEATTLE, WA 98107 and the phone number is (206) 342-6041.

Clinic/Center with taxonomy code 261QA1903X and a focus in Ambulatory Surgical.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.