DR. HARK CHANG M.D.
NPI 1477666394
Urology in Carbondale, IL
NPI Status: Active since August 16, 2006
Contact Information
2601 W MAIN ST
CARBONDALE, IL
ZIP 62901
Phone: (618) 549-5361
Fax: (618) 549-5128
- Individual
- Male
- Urology
About HARK CHANG
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Hark Chang, a provider established in Carbondale, Illinois with a medical specialization in Urology. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1477666394 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 208800000X with license number 036110494 (IL). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 18 years ago.
- NPI
- 1477666394
- Provider Name
- DR. HARK CHANG M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 2601 W MAIN ST CARBONDALE, IL 62901
- Location Phone
- (618) 549-5361
- Location Fax
- (618) 549-5128
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 1105 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46206
- Mailing Phone
- (618) 549-5361
- Mailing Fax
- (618) 549-5128
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 08-16-2006
- Last Update Date
- 05-03-2008
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Urology
- Taxonomy Code
- 208800000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 036110494
- License State
- IL
- Taxonomy Description
- A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 324123 | OTHER (01) | IL | GHP |
| 3932056 | OTHER (01) | IL | BCBS OF IL. |
| B52021 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | IL | |
| 036110494 | MEDICAID (05) | IL | |
| 088959 | OTHER (01) | IL | HAMP INSURANCE NUMBER |
| K04830 | MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04) | IL | INDIVIDUAL MEDICARE # |
| 196221 | OTHER (01) | IL | GHP INSURANCE NUMBER |
| 614350 | MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04) | IL | MEDICARE GROUP # |
| K45549 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | IL | |
| 7210895 | OTHER (01) | IL | AETNA |
| P00088940 | OTHER (01) | IL | RR MEDICARE NUMBER |
| 630411 | OTHER (01) | IL | HEALTHLINK INSURANCE NUMB |
| 214881 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | IL |
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
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding
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 15 times for 15 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsUltrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your bladder. It's done after you've emptied your bladder to see if there's any leftover urine, which can help diagnose certain conditions.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsReviews for DR. HARK CHANG M.D.
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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 1477666394, we treat the final digit (4) 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 66. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 66 = 4).
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 66 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1477666394, enumerated as an "individual" on August 16, 2006.
The provider is located at 2601 W MAIN ST CARBONDALE, IL 62901 and the phone number is (618) 549-5361.
Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
