COLUMBUS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
NPI 1427017201
Public Health or Welfare in Columbus, GA

Active since March 21, 2006CLIA Certified · 2 labs
5601 VETERANS PKWY, COLUMBUS, GA 31904(833) 337-1749(706) 321-6126 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

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About Columbus Department Of Public Health NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

COLUMBUS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (NPI 1427017201) is a public health or welfare in Columbus, Georgia and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. The organization holds an CLIA Accreditation certificate valid through August 11, 2026 and lists Beverley Townsend, District Health Director, as its authorized official.Information from the official NPPES registry record, last updated September 29, 2025.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427017201
Entity TypeOrganization
Legal Business NameCOLUMBUS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Location Address5601 VETERANS PKWYColumbus, GA 31904-9001
Mailing AddressPo Box 2299Columbus, GA 31902-2299 · (833) 337-1749 · Fax (706) 321-6126
Fax(706) 321-6126
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialBeverley TownsendDistrict Health Director · (833) 337-1749
Enumeration DateMarch 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 2025
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 29, 2025
NPI 1427017201 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test. How NPI validation works

Primary Specialty

Public Health or Welfare

Taxonomy 251K00000X · Agencies

5601 VETERANS PKWY, Columbus, GA 31904

Also on File with NPPES

Other Identifiers11
GRP3674 (Other, GA, Medicare Grp #)
000457729Q (Medicaid, GA)
000457729Y (Medicaid, GA)
00453164A (Medicaid, GA)
000606207C (Medicaid, GA)
00457729I (Medicaid, GA)
00052082I (Medicaid, GA)
000058726B (Medicaid, GA)
000549051B (Medicaid, GA)
00519263A (Medicaid, GA)
00058726A (Medicaid, GA)

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

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 71 times for 70 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

This service was performed 25 times for 25 patients

Fee covid-19 vac 14 res

The "Fee covid-19 vac 14 res" refers to a charge for a specific service related to the COVID-19 vaccine. This could be for administering the vaccine or related care. It's crucial to get vaccinated to protect against the virus. The fee ensures quality service.

This service was performed 60 times for 60 patients

Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free

The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.

This service was performed 22 times for 22 patients

CLIA Information

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:

CLIA Number
11D2309249
Facility Type
Physician Office
Certificate Effective Date
August 12, 2024
Certificate Expiration Date
August 11, 2026
Laboratory Director
DR. WAEL A. AZER
Certificate Type
Certificate of Accreditation
Certificate Type Description
This is a CLIA certificate is issued to Columbus Department Of Public Health on the basis of the laboratory's accreditation by an accreditation organization approved by CMS. This type of certificate is issued to a laboratories tha perform nonwaived (moderate and/or high complexity) testing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1427017201, enumerated as an "organization" on March 21, 2006.

The provider is located at 5601 VETERANS PKWY COLUMBUS, GA 31904 and the phone number is (833) 337-1749.

Public Health or Welfare with taxonomy code 251K00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.