SHIELDS IMAGING OF LOWELL GENERAL HOSPITAL LLC
NPI 1366871469
Clinic/Center - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in Lowell, MA
NPI Status: Active since November 08, 2013
Contact Information
1 HOSPITAL DR
LOWELL, MA
ZIP 01852
Phone: (978) 934-8530
Fax: (978) 453-0041
- Organization
- Clinic/Center
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Accepts Insurance
About SHIELDS IMAGING OF LOWELL GENERAL HOSPITAL LLC
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Shields Imaging Of Lowell General Hospital Llc, a provider established in Lowell, Massachusetts operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in magnetic resonance imaging (mri) . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1366871469 assigned on November 2013. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QM1200X. The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated April 2026. The provider's
- NPI
- 1366871469
- Provider Legal Name
- SHIELDS IMAGING OF LOWELL GENERAL HOSPITAL LLC
- Other Organization Name
- Other Name Type
- (6)
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 1 HOSPITAL DR LOWELL, MA 01852
- Location Phone
- (978) 934-8530
- Location Fax
- (978) 453-0041
- Mailing Address
- 700 CONGRESS ST STE 204 QUINCY, MA 02169
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 11-08-2013
- Last Update Date
- 04-17-2026
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Clinic/Center Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Taxonomy Code
- 261QM1200X
- Type
- Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 6000/20%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7000/50%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
- Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 8500/50%/9200 - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 1000/20%/7500 - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/0%/6500 RxD - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/7500 - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/20%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 3000/0%/7500 RxD - HMO
- Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 500/30%/9000 - HMO
- Anthem Platinum Access Blue New England HMO 250/10%/3500 - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 2500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3000/30%/9000 Value - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/10000 - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 RxD - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/10%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
- Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/20%/8500 - HMO
- NH Local Choice HMO Bronze 8000 + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
- NH Local Choice HMO Gold + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
- NH Local Choice HMO Gold 1400 + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
- NH Local Choice HMO HSA Bronze 6000 - HMO
- NH Local Choice HMO Silver 3500 + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
- NH Local Choice HMO Silver 5000 + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
- NH Local HMO Bronze 7500 Standard + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
- NH Local HMO Gold 2000 Standard + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
- NH Local HMO Silver 6000 Standard + $0 Rx list + $0 Virtual Urgent Care - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110092144C | MEDICAID (05) | MA |
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.
Injection, gadoterate meglumine, 0.1 ml
Mri scan of abdomen before and after contrast
Mri scan of arm joint without contrast
Mri scan of blood vessels of neck before and after contrast
Mri scan of both breasts
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast
Mri scan of brain without contrast
Mri scan of leg joint without contrast
Mri scan of leg without contrast
Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of middle spinal canal before and after contrast
Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of pelvis before and after contrast
Mri scan of pelvis without contrast
Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast
Review by radiologist of mri guidance for needle placement
Gadoterate meglumine is a contrast agent used in MRI scans to help visualize certain areas of your body more clearly. It's injected into your bloodstream, typically through a vein in your arm, and helps doctors get more detailed images.
This service was performed 110,860 times for 629 patientsAn MRI scan of the abdomen before and after contrast provides detailed images of your abdominal organs. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is administered, usually via an IV, to highlight certain areas, giving a clearer picture to help diagnose various conditions.
This service was performed 171 times for 156 patientsAn MRI scan of the arm joint is a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your arm joint. No contrast dye is used in this process. It helps to diagnose or monitor conditions like arthritis, injuries, or infections.
This service was performed 50 times for 46 patientsAn MRI scan of the neck's blood vessels, both before and after contrast, is a non-invasive imaging test that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images. Contrast dye helps highlight the vessels more clearly. This helps in diagnosing conditions like blockages or abnormalities.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsAn MRI scan of both breasts is a non-invasive procedure using magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your chest area. This aids in detecting any abnormalities, ensuring your health and well-being.
This service was performed 115 times for 111 patientsAn MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.
This service was performed 144 times for 135 patientsAn MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.
This service was performed 129 times for 129 patientsAn MRI scan of your leg joint is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures within your leg. This helps doctors diagnose or monitor conditions without using contrast dye.
This service was performed 36 times for 35 patientsAn MRI scan of the leg without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the structures in your leg, such as bones, muscles, and blood vessels. No contrast dye is used.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsAn MRI scan of the lower spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses magnetic fields to generate detailed images of your lower spine. A contrast agent is injected to enhance these images, helping doctors see issues more clearly.
This service was performed 24 times for 23 patientsAn MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
This service was performed 144 times for 143 patientsAn MRI scan of the middle spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine, both before and after a contrast dye is injected. The dye helps to highlight certain structures, providing a clearer picture for diagnosis.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsAn MRI scan of the middle spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. This helps doctors identify any abnormalities or issues in your spinal canal. No dye is used in this procedure.
This service was performed 17 times for 17 patientsAn MRI scan of the pelvis before and after contrast is a non-invasive imaging technique. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to capture detailed images of your lower abdomen. Contrast dye, safe for the body, improves image clarity. This helps detect abnormalities more accurately.
This service was performed 200 times for 194 patientsAn MRI scan of the pelvis without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the lower part of your body. This helps doctors to identify any abnormalities or issues in that area.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsAn MRI scan of the upper spinal canal before and after contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. Contrast dye is injected to enhance these images, providing clearer visuals for accurate diagnosis.
This service was performed 29 times for 29 patientsAn MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.
This service was performed 76 times for 75 patientsThis procedure involves a radiologist examining MRI images to accurately guide a needle's placement within the body. It's crucial for procedures requiring precision, such as taking tissue samples or delivering medication.
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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 1366871469, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1366871469, enumerated as an "organization" on November 08, 2013.
The provider is located at 1 HOSPITAL DR LOWELL, MA 01852 and the phone number is (978) 934-8530.
Clinic/Center with taxonomy code 261QM1200X and a focus in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
