ALKA KAUSHIK MD
NPI 1275586679
Anesthesiology in Pittsburgh, PA
NPI Status: Active since May 18, 2006
Contact Information
3601 MCKNIGHT EAST DR
PITTSBURGH, PA
ZIP 15237
Phone: (412) 369-9943
- Individual
- Female
- Anesthesiology
About ALKA KAUSHIK
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Alka Kaushik, an anesthesiologist established in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Anesthesiology. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1275586679 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207L00000X with license number MD044791E (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 3 years ago.
- NPI
- 1275586679
- Provider Name
- ALKA KAUSHIK MD
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 3601 MCKNIGHT EAST DR PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
- Location Phone
- (412) 369-9943
- Mailing Address
- 3601 MCKNIGHT EAST DR PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
- Mailing Phone
- (412) 369-9943
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 05-18-2006
- Last Update Date
- 03-07-2023
- Code Navigator
An anesthesiologist like Alka Kaushik manages the care of surgical patients and pain relief through drug administration that reduces or eliminates pain during an operation, medical procedure or during labor and delivery of babies. During surgical procedures anesthesiologists are responsible for adjusting the amount of anesthetic, monitoring the patient's heart rate, body temperature, blood pressure and breathing.
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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
Anesthesiology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207L00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- MD044791E
- License State
- PA
- Taxonomy Description
- An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0014327170003 | MEDICAID (05) | PA |
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.
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation
This 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 53 times for 15 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
This service was performed 156 times for 26 patientsThis is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
This service was performed 16 times for 11 patientsTesting for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.
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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 1275586679, 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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PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1275586679, enumerated as an "individual" on May 18, 2006.
The provider is located at 3601 MCKNIGHT EAST DR PITTSBURGH, PA 15237 and the phone number is (412) 369-9943.
Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
