SHIELDS IMAGING AT HEYWOOD HEALTHCARE LLC
NPI 1447972286
Clinic/Center - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in Gardner, MA
NPI Status: Active since September 19, 2022
Contact Information
242 GREEN ST STE 1
GARDNER, MA
ZIP 01440
Phone: (866) 258-4674
Fax: (800) 253-7569
- Organization
- Clinic/Center
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Accepts Insurance
About SHIELDS IMAGING AT HEYWOOD HEALTHCARE LLC
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Shields Imaging At Heywood Healthcare Llc, a provider established in Gardner, Massachusetts operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in magnetic resonance imaging (mri) . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1447972286 assigned on September 2022. 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 authorized official of this NPI record is Kristen Delmore (Senior Director)
- NPI
- 1447972286
- Provider Name
- SHIELDS IMAGING AT HEYWOOD HEALTHCARE LLC
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 242 GREEN ST STE 1 GARDNER, MA 01440
- Location Phone
- (866) 258-4674
- Location Fax
- (800) 253-7569
- Mailing Address
- 700 CONGRESS ST STE 204 QUINCY, MA 02169
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 09-19-2022
- 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
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
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 abdomen without contrast
Mri scan of arm joint without contrast
Mri scan of blood vessels of neck without contrast
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 upper spinal canal without contrast
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 43,100 times for 249 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 80 times for 77 patientsAn MRI scan of the abdomen without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed pictures of your abdominal organs. This procedure doesn't involve radiation or dye injection.
This service was performed 27 times for 27 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 69 times for 66 patientsAn MRI scan of the neck's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. It helps identify any abnormalities or blockages, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
This service was performed 22 times for 22 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 105 times for 99 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 147 times for 144 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 70 times for 69 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 27 times for 27 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 177 times for 177 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 14 times for 14 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 36 times for 36 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.
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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 1447972286, we treat the final digit (6) 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 74. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 74 = 6).
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 74 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1447972286, enumerated as an "organization" on September 19, 2022.
The provider is located at 242 GREEN ST STE 1 GARDNER, MA 01440 and the phone number is (866) 258-4674.
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 and Harvard. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
