HEMLOCK AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER
NPI 1427307578
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in Macon, GA
NPI Status: Active since September 05, 2012
Contact Information
101 PRESTON CT STE 104
MACON, GA
ZIP 31210
Phone: (478) 745-2385
Fax: (478) 745-1225
Some details in this NPI profile have been updated in the NPI registry within the last 30 days.
- Organization
- Clinic/Center
- Ambulatory Surgical
- Accepts Insurance
- CLIA Number: 11D2050081
- CLIA Cert. Type: Ambulatory Surgery Center
- CLIA Exp. Date: 11-19-2026
About HEMLOCK AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Hemlock Ambulatory Surgery Center, a provider established in Macon, Georgia operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in ambulatory surgical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1427307578 assigned on September 2012. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QA1903X with license number 011-473 (GA). The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated June 2026. The authorized official of this NPI record is Stephen N Tafor M.d. (Ceo)
- NPI
- 1427307578
- Provider Name
- HEMLOCK AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 101 PRESTON CT STE 104 MACON, GA 31210
- Location Phone
- (478) 745-2385
- Location Fax
- (478) 745-1225
- Mailing Address
- 101 PRESTON CT STE 104 MACON, GA 31210
- Mailing Phone
- (478) 745-2385
- Mailing Fax
- (478) 745-1225
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 09-05-2012
- Last Update Date
- 06-22-2026
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Clinic/Center Ambulatory Surgical
- Taxonomy Code
- 261QA1903X
- Type
- Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
- License No.
- 011-473
- License State
- GA
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- MENDING Direct Primary Care Bronze 4950 ($0 DPC + $0 PCP + $0 Mental Health) - HMO
- MENDING Direct Primary Care Gold $0 Ded ($0 DPC $0 PCP + $0 Mental Health) - HMO
- MENDING Direct Primary Care Silver 2300 ($0 DPC + $0 PCP + $0 Mental Health) - HMO
- MENDING Standard Bronze (No Direct Primary Care, for DPC select DPC Bronze) - HMO
- MENDING Standard Gold (No Direct Primary Care, for DPC select DPC Gold) - HMO
- MENDING Standard Silver (No Direct Primary Care, for DPC select DPC Silver) - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 003132720A | MEDICAID (05) | 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.
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint
Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level
Injection of cell or tissue-based material into spinal disc of lower back accessed through skin, first level
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance
Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint; provision of anesthetic, steroid and/or other therapeutic agent, with or without arthrography
This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.
This service was performed 43 times for 26 patientsThis procedure involves the use of imaging technology to guide a needle to the nerves of a single facet joint in the upper or middle spine. The nerves are then treated to alleviate pain and improve mobility.
This service was performed 18 times for 11 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.
This service was performed 69 times for 39 patientsThis procedure involves injecting cell or tissue-based material into a spinal disc in the lower back. It's done through the skin and aims to treat back pain or disc problems. It's a minimally invasive procedure, often performed under local anesthesia.
This service was performed 21 times for 16 patientsThis procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.
This service was performed 111 times for 32 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
This service was performed 66 times for 48 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.
This service was performed 54 times for 34 patientsThis procedure involves injecting medicine into the sacroiliac joint, located in the lower back. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. Anesthetic is used for immediate pain relief, while a steroid helps decrease inflammation over time. Arthrography, a type of imaging, may be used for precision.
This service was performed 110 times for 56 patientsCLIA 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
- 11D2050081
- Facility Type
- Ambulatory Surgery Center
- Certificate Effective Date
- November 20, 2024
- Certificate Expiration Date
- November 19, 2026
- Laboratory Director
- MR. STEPHEN TAFOR
- Certificate Type
- Certificate of Waiver
- Certificate Type Description
- This CLIA certificate is issued to Hemlock Ambulatory Surgery Center to perform only waived tests. CLIA defines waived tests as simple tests with a low risk for an incorrect result. Waived tests include certain tests listed in CLIA regulations, tests cleared by the FDA for home use and tests approved by the FDA for waived status and that meet CLIA waiver criteria.
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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 1427307578, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1427307578, enumerated as an "organization" on September 05, 2012.
The provider is located at 101 PRESTON CT STE 104 MACON, GA 31210 and the phone number is (478) 745-2385.
Clinic/Center with taxonomy code 261QA1903X and a focus in Ambulatory Surgical.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Mending Health, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
