DR. THOMAS JOSEPH CAVA M.D.
NPI 1245203959
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in West Orange, NJ
NPI Status: Active since February 12, 2006
Contact Information
960 PLEASANT VALLEY WAY
WEST ORANGE, NJ
ZIP 07052
Phone: (973) 243-1177
Fax: (973) 243-9077
- Individual
- Male
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About THOMAS CAVA
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Thomas Cava, a provider established in West Orange, New Jersey with a medical specialization in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1245203959 assigned on February 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 208100000X with license number 25MA06029300 (NJ). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 16 years ago.
- NPI
- 1245203959
- Provider Name
- DR. THOMAS JOSEPH CAVA M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 960 PLEASANT VALLEY WAY WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
- Location Phone
- (973) 243-1177
- Location Fax
- (973) 243-9077
- Mailing Address
- 960 PLEASANT VALLEY WAY WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
- Mailing Phone
- (973) 243-1177
- Mailing Fax
- (973) 243-9077
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 02-12-2006
- Last Update Date
- 06-28-2010
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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
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Taxonomy Code
- 208100000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 25MA06029300
- License State
- NJ
- Taxonomy Description
- Physical medicine and rehabilitation, also referred to as rehabilitation medicine, is the medical specialty concerned with diagnosing, evaluating, and treating patients with physical disabilities. These disabilities may arise from conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Alternatively, the disabilities may result from neurological trauma or disease such as spinal cord injury, head injury or stroke. A physician certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation is often called a physiatrist. The primary goal of the physiatrist is to achieve maximal restoration of physical, psychological, social and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation. Pain management is often an important part of the role of the physiatrist. For diagnosis and evaluation, a physiatrist may include the techniques of electromyography to supplement the standard history, physical, x-ray and laboratory examinations. The physiatrist has expertise in the appropriate use of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics and mechanical and electrical devices.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| E95850 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | NJ | |
| 749907DFA | MEDICARE PIN (08) | NJ |
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.
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
Electrical stimulation for guidance with injection of chemical for paralysis of nerve muscle
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into lower back and leg nerve
Injection of chemical for paralysis of nerve muscles on arm or leg, 5 or more muscles, each additional extremity
Injection of chemical for paralysis of nerve muscles on arm or leg, 5 or more muscles, first extremity
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg
Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
This service was performed 34 times for 23 patientsElectrical stimulation helps locate the specific nerve to be treated. A small amount of electricity is applied, causing a mild muscle reaction. Once the nerve is found, a chemical is injected to temporarily paralyze it, reducing pain and discomfort.
This service was performed 28 times for 15 patientsThis 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 patientsSynvisc or Synvisc-One is a treatment involving an injection of a substance called hyaluronan into your joints. This substance, naturally found in the body, helps lubricate and cushion your joints, reducing pain and improving mobility. It's often used for arthritis patients.
This service was performed 1,488 times for 17 patientsThis procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid into the lower back and leg nerve to alleviate pain. The injection helps reduce inflammation and numb the area, providing relief from discomfort. This is a common treatment for conditions such as sciatica and herniated discs.
This service was performed 19 times for 11 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a chemical into specific muscles in an arm or leg to temporarily paralyze them. It's often used to manage muscle spasms or movement disorders. If more than 5 muscles are treated in additional limbs, it's considered a separate service.
This service was performed 31 times for 14 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a chemical into specific muscles in an arm or leg to temporarily paralyze them. It's typically used to manage muscular disorders or reduce muscle activity. The process targets 5 or more muscles in the first extremity.
This service was performed 29 times for 16 patientsThis injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
This service was performed 77 times for 20 patientsOnabotulinumtoxina, also known as Botox, is a medication injected into muscles. It's used to treat various conditions by blocking nerve activity in the muscles, causing a temporary reduction in muscle activity. The units refer to the dosage.
This service was performed 15,600 times for 23 patientsThis 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 11 times for 11 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Implementation of fall screening and assessment programs | Yes | N/A |
| Implementation of fall screening and assessment programs to identify patients at risk for falls and address modifiable risk factors (e.g., Clinical decision support/prompts in the electronic health record that help manage the use of medications, such as benzodiazepines, that increase fall risk). | ||
| Implementation of medication management practice improvements | Yes | N/A |
| Manage medications to maximize efficiency, effectiveness and safety that could include one or more of the following: Reconcile and coordinate medications and provide medication management across transitions of care settings and eligible clinicians or groups; Integrate a pharmacist into the care team; and/or Conduct periodic, structured medication reviews. | ||
| Use of QCDR data for quality improvement such as comparative analysis reports across patient populations | Yes | N/A |
| Participation in a QCDR, clinical data registries, or other registries run by other government agencies such as FDA, or private entities such as a hospital or medical or surgical society. Activity must include use of QCDR data for quality improvement (e.g., comparative analysis across specific patient populations for adverse outcomes after an outpatient surgical procedure and corrective steps to address adverse outcome). | ||
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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 1245203959, we treat the final digit (9) 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 61. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 61 = 9).
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 61 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1245203959, enumerated as an "individual" on February 12, 2006.
The provider is located at 960 PLEASANT VALLEY WAY WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052 and the phone number is (973) 243-1177.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation with taxonomy code 208100000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
