NORTHWEST KANSAS SURGERY CENTER, LLC
NPI 1275501512
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in Hays, KS

NPI Status: Active since March 11, 2006

Contact Information

1904 E 29TH STREET
HAYS, KS
ZIP 67601
Phone: (785) 650-0600
Fax: (785) 650-0143

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  • Organization
  • Clinic/Center
  • Ambulatory Surgical
  • Accepts Insurance
  • CLIA Number: 17D1001060
  • CLIA Cert. Type: Ambulatory Surgery Center
  • CLIA Exp. Date: 06-27-2026

About NORTHWEST KANSAS SURGERY CENTER, LLC

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Northwest Kansas Surgery Center, Llc, a provider established in Hays, Kansas operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in ambulatory surgical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1275501512 assigned on March 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QA1903X with license number S026001 (KS). The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 13 years ago. The authorized official of this NPI record is Dr. Ronald Ray Holweger M.d. (Medical Director)

NPI
1275501512
Provider Name
NORTHWEST KANSAS SURGERY CENTER, LLC
Entity Type
Organization
Location Address
1904 E 29TH STREET HAYS, KS 67601
Location Phone
(785) 650-0600
Location Fax
(785) 650-0143
Mailing Address
1904 E 29TH STREET HAYS, KS 67601
Mailing Phone
(785) 650-0600
Mailing Fax
(785) 650-0143
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Is Organization Subpart?
No
Enumeration Date
03-11-2006
Last Update Date
10-31-2013
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Clinic/Center Ambulatory Surgical

Taxonomy Code
261QA1903X
Type
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
License No.
S026001
License State
KS

Insurance Plans Accepted

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

  • BlueCare EPO Bronze - EPO
  • BlueCare EPO Gold - EPO
  • BlueCare EPO Silver Plus - EPO
  • BlueCare EPO Simple Bronze HDHP - EPO
  • BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP - EPO
  • BlueCare EPO Standardized Expanded Bronze - EPO
  • BlueCare EPO Standardized Gold - EPO
  • BlueCare EPO Standardized Silver - EPO

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

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Authorized Official

The authorized official is the designated individual with the legal authority to make changes to the provider’s official NPI record. For organizations, the authorized official must be a general partner, chairman of the board, CEO, CFO or a direct owner holding at least a 5 percent stake in the medical organization.

Authorized Official Name

DR. RONALD RAY HOLWEGER M.D.

Authorized Official Title
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Authorized Official Phone
(785) 650-0600

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
112208OTHER (01)KSBCBS
X53016MEDICARE UPIN (02) 
112208MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04)KS 
100381600AMEDICAID (05)KS 

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 30 times for 24 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

This service was performed 45 times for 27 patients

Reconstruction of eyelid margin

Reconstruction of the eyelid margin is a surgical procedure to repair defects or abnormalities in the eyelid. It helps to protect the eye, improve vision, and enhance appearance. The surgery involves reshaping the eyelid using tissue grafts or flaps.

This service was performed 30 times for 18 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 454 times for 267 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 125 times for 63 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 150 times for 103 patients

Repair of turning-outward eyelid defect

Repair of a turning-outward eyelid defect, also known as ectropion repair, is a procedure to correct an eyelid that droops away from the eye. It involves tightening the eyelid and its supporting structures, which helps protect the eye and improve comfort.

This service was performed 21 times for 12 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 69 times for 38 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
17D1001060
Facility Type
Ambulatory Surgery Center
Certificate Effective Date
June 28, 2024
Certificate Expiration Date
June 27, 2026
Laboratory Director
KIMBERLY S. SCOTT
Certificate Type
Certificate of Waiver
Certificate Type Description
This CLIA certificate is issued to Northwest Kansas Surgery Center, Llc 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 1275501512, we treat the final digit (2) 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 48. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (50 - 48 = 2).

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
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 4
5
Unchanged
Pos 5
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 6
0
Unchanged
Pos 7
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 8
5
Unchanged
Pos 9
1
Doubled → 2
Check
2
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 7 → 14 → 5 5 → 10 → 1 1 → 2 1 → 2

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 2 + 1 + 4 + 5 + 1 + 0 + 0 + 2 + 5 + 2 + 24 = 48

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

The next multiple of ten after 48 is 50. The difference is the calculated check digit.

50 - 48 = 2
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 2, which matches the last digit of 1275501512.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 2 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1904 E 29TH STREET
HAYS, KS 67601
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1904 E 29TH STREET
HAYS, KS 67601

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1275501512, enumerated as an "organization" on March 11, 2006.

The provider is located at 1904 E 29TH STREET HAYS, KS 67601 and the phone number is (785) 650-0600.

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

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.