CRAIG ARTHUR RITCHIE NP
NPI 1255305066
Specialist in Altamont, NY

NPI Status: Active since February 16, 2006

Contact Information

531 STATE ROUTE 146
ALTAMONT, NY
ZIP 12009
Phone: (518) 346-3100
Fax: (877) 583-1284

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Specialist
  • PECOS Enrolled

About CRAIG RITCHIE

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Craig Ritchie, a provider established in Altamont, New York with a medical specialization in Specialist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1255305066 assigned on February 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 174400000X with license number F3039241 (NY). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 4 years ago.

NPI
1255305066
Provider Name
CRAIG ARTHUR RITCHIE NP
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
531 STATE ROUTE 146 ALTAMONT, NY 12009
Location Phone
(518) 346-3100
Location Fax
(877) 583-1284
Mailing Address
PO BOX 3203 SCHENECTADY, NY 12303
Mailing Phone
(518) 346-3100
Mailing Fax
(877) 583-1284
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
02-16-2006
Last Update Date
02-28-2022
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Secondary Locations

  • 1205 Troy Schenectady Rd Ste 101
    Latham, NY 12110
    (518) 348-3176
  • 701 SENECA ST # 646C
    BUFFALO, NY 14210
    (518) 346-3100

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

Specialist

Taxonomy Code
174400000X
Type
Other Service Providers
License No.
F3039241
License State
NY
Taxonomy Description
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
02700278MEDICAID (05)NY 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Craig Ritchie is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

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.

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

This service was performed 26 times for 21 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

This service was performed 29 times for 20 patients

Established patient home visit, typically 1 hour

An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits a patient's home for a check-up or treatment. The visit typically lasts for about an hour. This service is especially beneficial for patients who may have difficulty traveling to a healthcare facility.

This service was performed 35 times for 19 patients

Extended patient service without direct patient contact, first hour

Extended patient service without direct contact refers to a healthcare service where professionals spend time reviewing your health records, consulting with other providers, or planning your care without you being present, for the first hour.

This service was performed 17 times for 17 patients

New patient home visit, typically 75 minutes

A new patient home visit is a comprehensive 75-minute appointment conducted at your home. The healthcare professional will assess your health, discuss any concerns, and create a personalized care plan. It's convenient, comfortable, and tailored to your specific needs.

This service was performed 24 times for 24 patients

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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 1255305066, we treat the final digit (6) 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 44. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (50 - 44 = 6).

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
2
Unchanged
Pos 3
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 4
5
Unchanged
Pos 5
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 6
0
Unchanged
Pos 7
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 8
0
Unchanged
Pos 9
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Check
6
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 5 → 10 → 1 3 → 6 5 → 10 → 1 6 → 12 → 3

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 2 + 1 + 0 + 5 + 6 + 0 + 1 + 0 + 0 + 1 + 2 + 24 = 44

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 44 is 50. The difference is the calculated check digit.

50 - 44 = 6
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 6, which matches the last digit of 1255305066.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1255305066, enumerated as an "individual" on February 16, 2006.

The provider is located at 531 STATE ROUTE 146 ALTAMONT, NY 12009 and the phone number is (518) 346-3100.

Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

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