ALAN LOUIS DESMOND AUD CCC-A
NPI 1275501439
Audiologist in Princeton, WV
NPI Status: Active since March 14, 2006
Contact Information
508 NEW HOPE ROAD
SUITE #19
PRINCETON, WV
ZIP 24740
Phone: (304) 487-2487
Fax: (304) 431-3367
- Individual
- Male
- Audiologist
About ALAN DESMOND
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Alan Desmond, a provider established in Princeton, West Virginia with a medical specialization in Audiologist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1275501439 assigned on March 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 231H00000X with license number A0074 (WV). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 13 years ago.
- NPI
- 1275501439
- Provider Name
- ALAN LOUIS DESMOND AUD CCC-A
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 508 NEW HOPE ROAD SUITE #19 PRINCETON, WV 24740
- Location Phone
- (304) 487-2487
- Location Fax
- (304) 431-3367
- Mailing Address
- 508 NEW HOPE ROAD SUITE #19 PRINCETON, WV 24740
- Mailing Phone
- (304) 487-2487
- Mailing Fax
- (304) 431-3367
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 03-14-2006
- Last Update Date
- 05-23-2013
- Code Navigator
Audiologists like Alan Desmond are experts in diagnosing issues related to various parts of the ear, including the outer, middle, and inner ear. They can identify conditions like vertigo, balance issues, hearing loss, and tinnitus, offering treatments based on a patient’s specific condition and severity. These specialists use specialized equipment to assess the cause and extent of hearing impairments, employing tools like audiometers to evaluate the range of frequencies and volumes a person can hear. In addition, audiologists counsel patients and their families, providing advice on managing and adapting to hearing loss.
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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
Audiologist
- Taxonomy Code
- 231H00000X
- Type
- Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
- License No.
- A0074
- License State
- WV
- Taxonomy Description
- (1) A specialist in evaluation, habilitation and rehabilitation of those whose communication disorders center in whole or in part in hearing function. Audiologists are autonomous professionals who identify, assess, and manage disorders of the auditory, balance and other neural systems. Audiologists provide audiological (aural) rehabilitation to children and adults across the entire age span. Audiologists select, fit and dispense amplification systems such as hearing aids and related devices. (2) An audiologist is a person qualified by a master's degree in audiology, licensed by the state, where applicable, and practicing within the scope of that license. Audiologists evaluate and treat patients with impaired hearing. They plan, direct and conduct rehabilitative programs with audiotry substitutional devises (hearing aids) and other therapy.
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 231H00000X | Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers | Audiologist | 2201000219 (VA) |
| 2 | 231H00000X | Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers | Audiologist | 447 (WV) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| DE0534283 | OTHER (01) | PALMETTO GBA MEDICARE PTAN NUMBER BLFD OFFICE | |
| 640000237 | OTHER (01) | RR MEDICARE PALMETTO GBA | |
| DE0534282 | OTHER (01) | PALMETTO GBA MEDICARE PTAN NUMBER PCTN OFFICE | |
| S04791 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | ||
| 9450513 | MEDICAID (05) | VA | |
| 9460000000 | MEDICAID (05) | WV |
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.
Evaluation and testing for balance with recording
Test for abnormal eye movement using a rotating chair
Test for balance and posture
This procedure involves a series of evaluations and tests to analyze your balance. Recordings are made to track your performance, helping identify any issues. This aids in determining the best treatment for any balance disorders you may have.
This service was performed 53 times for 53 patientsA rotating chair test helps doctors assess balance issues. You'll sit in a motorized chair that spins at controlled speeds. As the chair moves, your eye movements are monitored to identify any irregularities, which can indicate balance disorders.
This service was performed 32 times for 32 patientsA balance and posture test assesses your ability to maintain steady positioning and coordination. It involves simple tasks like standing on one foot or walking in a straight line. This helps identify any issues with your balance system, which can affect daily activities.
This service was performed 24 times for 24 patientsReviews for ALAN LOUIS DESMOND AUD CCC-A
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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 1275501439, 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 51. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 51 = 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 51 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 4 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1275501439, enumerated as an "individual" on March 14, 2006.
The provider is located at 508 NEW HOPE ROAD SUITE #19 PRINCETON, WV 24740 and the phone number is (304) 487-2487.
Audiologist with taxonomy code 231H00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid and Railroad Medicare. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
