DR. VERA A. MEIER-BENNETT MD
NPI 1326085572
Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine in Porterville, CA
NPI Status: Active since May 31, 2006
Contact Information
590 W PUTNAM AVE
PORTERVILLE, CA
ZIP 93257
Phone: (559) 781-3700
Fax: (559) 781-1002
- Individual
- Female
- Pediatrics
- Adolescent Medicine
- PECOS Enrolled
About VERA MEIER-BENNETT
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Vera Meier-bennett, a pediatrician established in Porterville, California with a medical specialization in Pediatrics, focusing in adolescent medicine . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1326085572 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2080A0000X with license number 44624 (AZ). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 2 years ago.
- NPI
- 1326085572
- Provider Name
- DR. VERA A. MEIER-BENNETT MD
- Other Name
- VERA BENNETT MD
- Other Name Type
- Professional Name (2)
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 590 W PUTNAM AVE PORTERVILLE, CA 93257
- Location Phone
- (559) 781-3700
- Location Fax
- (559) 781-1002
- Mailing Address
- 590 W PUTNAM AVE PORTERVILLE, CA 93257
- Mailing Phone
- (559) 781-3700
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 05-31-2006
- Last Update Date
- 08-26-2024
- Code Navigator
A pediatrician like Vera Meier-bennett is a physician who has completed a pediatric residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in a pediatric specialty. Pediatric care providers are trained to care for newborns, infants, children and adolescents. A pediatrician could perform physical exams, manage vaccinations, monitor development milestones, diagnose illnesses, infections, injuries or other health problems, etc.
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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
Pediatrics Adolescent Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 2080A0000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 44624
- License State
- AZ
- Taxonomy Description
- A pediatrician who specializes in adolescent medicine is a multi-disciplinary healthcare specialist trained in the unique physical, psychological and social characteristics of adolescents, their healthcare problems and needs.
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 | 208000000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | 44624 (AZ) |
| 2 | 208000000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | 191119 (CA) |
| 3 | 2080A0000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | 25MA05857400 (NJ) |
| 4 | 2080P0006X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | 44624 (AZ) |
| 5 | 2080P0203X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pediatrics | 44624 (AZ) |
| 6 | 282NR1301X | Hospitals | General Acute Care Hospital | 44624 (AZ) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 619449 | MEDICAID (05) | AZ |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Vera Meier-bennett 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.
Adm sarscov2 50mcg/0.25mlbst
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) vaccine, mrna-lnp, spike protein, preservative free, 100 mcg/0.5ml dosage, for intramuscular use
This procedure involves administering a dose of a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine. The specific dosage is 50 micrograms in a 0.25 milliliter booster shot. This vaccine helps your body build immunity against the COVID-19 virus. It's a key part of global efforts to control the pandemic.
This service was performed 21 times for 21 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 20 times for 16 patientsThe COVID-19 mRNA vaccine is a shot that boosts your body's natural defenses against the virus. It contains a small piece of the virus's spike protein, which triggers your immune system to build a response. It's free of preservatives, given in a 100 mcg dose, and is injected into a muscle.
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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 1326085572, 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 58. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 58 = 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.
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 58 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1326085572, enumerated as an "individual" on May 31, 2006.
The provider is located at 590 W PUTNAM AVE PORTERVILLE, CA 93257 and the phone number is (559) 781-3700.
Pediatrics with taxonomy code 2080A0000X and a focus in Adolescent Medicine.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
