DR. DAVID J. SCHOLTEN O.D.
NPI 1477625168
Optometrist - Corneal and Contact Management in Kentwood, MI

NPI Status: Active since November 15, 2006

Contact Information

2350 32ND ST SE
KENTWOOD, MI
ZIP 49508
Phone: (616) 243-0007
Fax: (616) 243-0540

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Optometrist
  • Corneal and Contact Management

About DAVID SCHOLTEN

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for David Scholten, a provider established in Kentwood, Michigan with a medical specialization in Optometrist, focusing in corneal and contact management . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1477625168 assigned on November 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 152WC0802X with license number 4901002566 (MI). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 18 years ago.

NPI
1477625168
Provider Name
DR. DAVID J. SCHOLTEN O.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2350 32ND ST SE KENTWOOD, MI 49508
Location Phone
(616) 243-0007
Location Fax
(616) 243-0540
Mailing Address
2350 32ND ST SE KENTWOOD, MI 49508
Mailing Phone
(616) 243-0007
Mailing Fax
(616) 243-0540
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
11-15-2006
Last Update Date
07-22-2008
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Optometrist Corneal and Contact Management

Taxonomy Code
152WC0802X
Type
Eye and Vision Services Providers
License No.
4901002566
License State
MI
Taxonomy Description
The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
900D16575OTHER (01)MIBLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD OF MI
0149520001MEDICARE NSC (07)MI 
T33049MEDICARE UPIN (02)MI 
0D16575MEDICARE PIN (08)MI 
4350446MEDICAID (05)MI 

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 29 times for 28 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 23 times for 22 patients

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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 1477625168, 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 52. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 52 = 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.

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

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 4 + 1 + 4 + 7 + 1 + 2 + 2 + 1 + 0 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 24 = 52

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

The next multiple of ten after 52 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 52 = 8
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 8, which matches the last digit of 1477625168.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 2 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Optometrist
2350 32ND ST SE
KENTWOOD, MI 49508
Hearing Instrument Specialist
2350 32ND ST SE, #100
KENTWOOD, MI 49508

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1477625168, enumerated as an "individual" on November 15, 2006.

The provider is located at 2350 32ND ST SE KENTWOOD, MI 49508 and the phone number is (616) 243-0007.

Optometrist with taxonomy code 152WC0802X and a focus in Corneal and Contact Management.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.