DR. RONALD WILLIAM BECKEL JR. M.D.
NPI 1487629317
Pediatrics in Mena, AR

NPI Status: Active since February 22, 2006

Contact Information

1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR
ZIP 71953
Phone: (479) 394-7301
Fax: (479) 394-7160

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Pediatrics

About RONALD BECKEL

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Ronald Beckel, a pediatrician established in Mena, Arkansas with a medical specialization in Pediatrics. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1487629317 assigned on February 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 208000000X with license number E-0796 (AR). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 12 years ago.

NPI
1487629317
Provider Name
DR. RONALD WILLIAM BECKEL JR. M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR MENA, AR 71953
Location Phone
(479) 394-7301
Location Fax
(479) 394-7160
Mailing Address
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR MENA, AR 71953
Mailing Phone
(479) 394-7301
Mailing Fax
(479) 394-7160
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
02-22-2006
Last Update Date
12-23-2013
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A pediatrician like Ronald Beckel is a physician who has completed a pediatric residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in a pediatric specialty. Pediatric care providers are trained to care for newborns, infants, children and adolescents. A pediatrician could perform physical exams, manage vaccinations, monitor development milestones, diagnose illnesses, infections, injuries or other health problems, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Pediatrics

Taxonomy Code
208000000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
E-0796
License State
AR
Taxonomy Description
A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
390979OTHER (01)ARHEALTHLINK
P03700OTHER (01)ARNOVASYS
100186060 AOTHER (01)OKLAHOMA HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY
G29136MEDICARE UPIN (02)AR 
5K150OTHER (01)ARBCBS PROVIDER #
129708001MEDICAID (05)AR 
5K150MEDICARE PIN (08)AR 

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.

Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count

A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.

This service was performed 23 times for 23 patients

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 12 times for 12 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 16 times for 16 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

This service was performed 29 times for 28 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 1487629317, we treat the final digit (7) 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 63. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 63 = 7).

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
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 4
7
Unchanged
Pos 5
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 6
2
Unchanged
Pos 7
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 8
3
Unchanged
Pos 9
1
Doubled → 2
Check
7
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 8 → 16 → 7 6 → 12 → 3 9 → 18 → 9 1 → 2

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 4 + 1 + 6 + 7 + 1 + 2 + 2 + 1 + 8 + 3 + 2 + 24 = 63

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

The next multiple of ten after 63 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 63 = 7
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 7, which matches the last digit of 1487629317.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 9 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Physician Assistant (Medical)
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR 71953
Family Medicine
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR 71953
Family Medicine
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR 71953
General Practice
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR 71953
Clinic/Center (Rural Health)
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR 71953
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR 71953
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR 71953
Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR 71953
Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)
1102 CRESTWOOD CIR
MENA, AR 71953

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1487629317, enumerated as an "individual" on February 22, 2006.

The provider is located at 1102 CRESTWOOD CIR MENA, AR 71953 and the phone number is (479) 394-7301.

Pediatrics with taxonomy code 208000000X.

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