NORMAN KAI-YAN SO MD
NPI 1376536425
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Cleveland, OH


Quality Rating: 93.09 out of 100 score

NPI Status: Active since August 24, 2005

Contact Information

9500 EUCLID AVE
S51
CLEVELAND, OH
ZIP 44195
Phone: (216) 444-9356

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 47
  • Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Neurology
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About NORMAN SO

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Norman So, a provider established in Cleveland, Ohio with a medical specialization in Psychiatry & Neurology, focusing in neurology and more than 47 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1376536425 assigned on August 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2084N0400X with license number 58126 (OH). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 15 years ago.

NPI
1376536425
Provider Name
NORMAN KAI-YAN SO MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
9500 EUCLID AVE S51 CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Location Phone
(216) 444-9356
Mailing Address
9500 EUCLID AVE S51 CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Mailing Phone
(216) 444-9356
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
1979
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
08-24-2005
Last Update Date
06-16-2011
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Psychiatry & Neurology Neurology

Taxonomy Code
2084N0400X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
58126
License State
OH
Taxonomy Description
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

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)
12084N0400XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatry & Neurology
Neurology

MD18548 (OR)

Insurance Plans Accepted

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

  • Premera Blue Cross Alaska One Gold - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Preferred Bronze 5800 HSA - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Preferred Bronze 6350 - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Preferred Gold 1500 - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Preferred Silver 4500 - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Standard Bronze II - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Standard Gold - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Standard Silver - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Family Dental - PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Pediatric Dental - PPO
  • HSA Qualified 7500 Bronze - Choice Network - EPO
  • HSA-E Qualified 7500 Bronze - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Bronze Plan - Choice Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Bronze Plan - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Gold Plan - Choice Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Gold Plan - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Silver Plan - Choice Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Silver Plan - Signature Network - EPO

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
118341MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04)OR 
E38620MEDICARE UPIN (02)OR 
059225MEDICAID (05)OR 
8152654MEDICAID (05)WA 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Norman So is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Norman So 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

  • PECOS PAC ID: 3476542937

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20141217002586

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • 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.

Continuous intraoperative neurophysiology monitoring, from outside the operating room (remote or nearby), per patient, (attention directed exclusively to one patient) each 15 minutes (list in addition to primary procedure)

Continuous intraoperative neurophysiology monitoring is a service where a specialist oversees your nervous system's function during surgery, from a nearby or remote location. This is done every 15 minutes and is focused solely on you. It helps ensure surgical safety by identifying any potential nervous system changes promptly.

This service was performed 187 times for 18 patients

Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and asleep

The measurement of brain wave activity, known as an EEG, records the brain's electrical signals. It's performed when you're awake and asleep to monitor your brain's functioning. It helps in diagnosing conditions like epilepsy, sleep disorders, and other neurological issues.

This service was performed 16 times for 16 patients

Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy

Measurement of brain wave activity, also known as an EEG, is a non-invasive test that records electrical patterns in your brain. This procedure is done when you're awake and drowsy to understand how your brain functions during different states of consciousness.

This service was performed 26 times for 26 patients

Measurement of brain wave activity with video (veeg), 12-26 hours with review and report by health care professional

This procedure monitors brain wave activity over 12-26 hours using Video EEG (VEEG). It involves recording brain waves and video to detect irregularities. A healthcare professional will review the data and provide a report. It's non-invasive and safe.

This service was performed 25 times for 20 patients

Placement of skin electrodes and measurement of central motor stimulation in arms and legs

This procedure involves placing small patches (electrodes) on your skin over your arms and legs. These electrodes send harmless electrical signals to your muscles. The response is measured to assess the health and function of your nerves and muscles.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

Placement of skin electrodes and measurement of stimulated sites on arms and legs

This procedure involves placing small pads (electrodes) on your arms and legs. These electrodes send gentle electric signals to specific areas, and the responses are measured. This helps assess the health of your nerves and muscles.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

Testing of autonomic (sympathetic and parasympathetic) nervous system function, at least 5 minutes of tilt

This procedure tests how your autonomic nervous system, which controls body functions like heart rate and blood pressure, responds to changes in body position. You'll be secured on a tilt table and monitored for at least 5 minutes as the table is tilted to simulate standing up.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

Testing of autonomic (sympathetic) nervous system function

Testing of autonomic nervous system function assesses how well your body's automatic processes, like heart rate and blood pressure, are working. It involves various non-invasive tests like heart rate variability and sweat production tests.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $31.53 for a new patient copayment and $24.11 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 44195 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $126.12
  • Minimum New Patient Price $54.34
  • Maximum New Patient Price $166.65
  • Average New Patient Copayment $31.53
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.58
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.66

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $96.44
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $17.1
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $135.4
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $24.11
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.27
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.85

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Overall MIPS Quality Performance

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 93.09, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.

  • Final Score: 93.09 out of 100

    The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.

  • Quality Score: 73.95

    The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.

    There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.

  • Promoting Interoperability Score: 100

    The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.

    The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data.

  • Improvement Activities Score: 40

    The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.

    The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores.

  • Cost Score: N/A

    The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.

    Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

  • Cost Score: N/A

    The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.

    Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Norman So is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR1959 NE PACIFIC ST BOX 356151
SEATTLE, WA 98195
(206) 598-3300Acute Care Hospitals

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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 1376536425, we treat the final digit (5) 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 55. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 55 = 5).

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
3
Unchanged
Pos 3
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 4
6
Unchanged
Pos 5
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 6
3
Unchanged
Pos 7
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 8
4
Unchanged
Pos 9
2
Doubled → 4
Check
5
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 6 → 12 → 3 2 → 4

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 3 + 1 + 4 + 6 + 1 + 0 + 3 + 1 + 2 + 4 + 4 + 24 = 55

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

The next multiple of ten after 55 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 55 = 5
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 5, which matches the last digit of 1376536425.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1376536425, enumerated as an "individual" on August 24, 2005.

The provider is located at 9500 EUCLID AVE S51 CLEVELAND, OH 44195 and the phone number is (216) 444-9356.

Psychiatry & Neurology with taxonomy code 2084N0400X and a focus in Neurology.

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

Norman So is affiliated with: UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR.