DR. HEATHER LESHEA DEAN AU.D
NPI 1336246388
Audiologist in Carson City, NV
NPI Status: Active since September 20, 2006
Contact Information
2874 N CARSON ST
#220
CARSON CITY, NV
ZIP 89706
Phone: (775) 883-7666
Fax: (775) 883-0115
- Individual
- Female
- Audiologist
About HEATHER DEAN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Heather Dean, a provider established in Carson City, Nevada with a medical specialization in Audiologist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1336246388 assigned on September 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 231H00000X with license number A-133 (NV). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 18 years ago.
- NPI
- 1336246388
- Provider Name
- DR. HEATHER LESHEA DEAN AU.D
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 2874 N CARSON ST #220 CARSON CITY, NV 89706
- Location Phone
- (775) 883-7666
- Location Fax
- (775) 883-0115
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 4270 CARSON CITY, NV 89702
- Mailing Phone
- (775) 883-7666
- Mailing Fax
- (775) 883-0115
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 09-20-2006
- Last Update Date
- 10-16-2008
- Code Navigator
Audiologists like Heather Dean 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.
- A-133
- License State
- NV
- 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.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| #252 | OTHER (01) | NV | HEARING AID SPECIALIST LI |
| A-133 | OTHER (01) | NV | AUDIOLOGISTS LICENSE |
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.
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test
Evaluation and testing for balance with recording
Test to assess balance during warm and cool irrigation in both ears
Test to assess middle ear function
A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
This service was performed 219 times for 214 patientsThis 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 51 times for 51 patientsThis is a test called caloric stimulation, used to check your balance function. During this procedure, warm and cool water are gently introduced into your ears. Your eye movements are then observed, as they can indicate issues with balance or inner ear function.
This service was performed 51 times for 51 patientsA test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
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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 1336246388, we treat the final digit (8) 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 62. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 62 = 8).
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 62 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1336246388, enumerated as an "individual" on September 20, 2006.
The provider is located at 2874 N CARSON ST #220 CARSON CITY, NV 89706 and the phone number is (775) 883-7666.
Audiologist with taxonomy code 231H00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
