AMERIPATH TUCSON INC
NPI 1497805733
Clinical Medical Laboratory in Tucson, AZ

NPI Status: Active since January 11, 2007

Contact Information

630 N ALVERNON WAY
TUCSON, AZ
ZIP 85711
Phone: (520) 320-7681

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  • Organization
  • Clinical Medical Laboratory
  • Accepts Insurance
  • CLIA Number: 03D0980494
  • CLIA Cert. Type: Independent
  • CLIA Exp. Date: 11-02-2026

About AMERIPATH TUCSON INC

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Ameripath Tucson Inc, a provider established in Tucson, Arizona operating as a Clinical Medical Laboratory. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1497805733 assigned on January 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 291U00000X with license number 03D0980494 (AZ). The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated one year ago. The organization operates as a Single Specialty Group with one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization. The provider's . The authorized official of this NPI record is Darren Thomas Wheeler (Vice President)

NPI
1497805733
Provider Legal Name
AMERIPATH TUCSON INC
Other Organization Name
Other Name Type
(6)
Entity Type
Organization
Location Address
630 N ALVERNON WAY TUCSON, AZ 85711
Location Phone
(520) 320-7681
Mailing Address
14275 MIDWAY RD STE 400 ADDISON, TX 75001
Mailing Fax
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Is Organization Subpart?
Yes
Enumeration Date
01-11-2007
Last Update Date
03-17-2025
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Establishments like Ameripath Tucson Inc are healthcare facilities that may perform a wide range of laboratory procedures, assisted by doctors and medical technologists. Laboratories can be categorized according to their function as common diagnostic labs or specialty labs that conduct specialized or confirmatory tests. Different clinical laboratories could specialize in clinical chemistry, clinical microbiology, hematology, serology, clinical microscopy, cytopathology, molecular biology, or public health. Please inquire directly with this provider to confirm their test menu.

Clinical labs in the U.S. that perform human testing are regulated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program. The purpose of the CLIA program is to guarantee the quality of laboratory testing. This provider has a CLIA number assigned, and undergoes regular inspections to ensure compliance and quality.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Clinical Medical Laboratory

Taxonomy Code
291U00000X
Type
Laboratories
License No.
03D0980494
License State
AZ
Taxonomy Description
(1) A clinical laboratory is a facility for the biological, microbiological, serological, chemical, immunohematological, hematological, biophysical, cytological, pathological, or other examination of materials derived from the human body for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, human beings. These examinations also include procedures to determine, measure, or otherwise describe the presence or absence of various substances or organisms in the body. Facilities only collecting or preparing specimens (or both) or only serving as a mailing service and not performing testing are not considered clinical laboratories. (2) Any facility that examines materials from the human body for purposes of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, or the assessment of, the health of human beings. Typical divisions of a clinical laboratory include hematology, cytology, bacteriology, histology, biochemistry, medical toxicology, and serology.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207ZD0900XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Pathology
Dermatopathology

03D0980494 (AZ)

Group Taxonomy 193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

This provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Choice Bronze HSA - HMO
  • Choice Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Gold - HMO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Silver - HMO
  • Complete Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Elite Gold - HMO
  • Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Gold - HMO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Silver - HMO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Gold - EPO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options - EPO
  • Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Everyday Gold - EPO
  • Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Focused Silver - EPO
  • Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Standard Gold - EPO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Standard Silver - EPO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Elite Bronze - PPO
  • Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • Elite Gold - PPO
  • Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • Enhanced Asthma/COPD Care Silver with $0 Drug Options - PPO
  • Enhanced Asthma/COPD Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options - PPO
  • Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • Everyday Bronze - PPO
  • Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • Everyday Gold - PPO
  • Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • Focused Silver - PPO
  • Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze - PPO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • Standard Gold - PPO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • Standard Silver - PPO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - PPO
  • AZ Blue AdvanceHealth Bronze Focus (4 Free PCP Visits) - HMO
  • AZ Blue AdvanceHealth Bronze Neighborhood (4 Free PCP Visits) - HMO
  • AZ Blue AdvanceHealth Gold Focus (4 Free PCP Visits) - HMO
  • AZ Blue AdvanceHealth Gold Neighborhood (4 Free PCP Visits) - HMO
  • AZ Blue AdvanceHealth Silver Focus (4 Free PCP Visits) - HMO
  • AZ Blue AdvanceHealth Silver Neighborhood (4 Free PCP Visits) - HMO
  • AZ Blue EverydayHealth Gold Focus (1 Free PCP Visit) - HMO
  • AZ Blue EverydayHealth Gold Neighborhood (1 Free PCP Visit) - HMO
  • AZ Blue EverydayHealth Silver Focus (1 Free PCP Visit) - HMO
  • AZ Blue EverydayHealth Silver Neighborhood (1 Free PCP Visit) - HMO
  • AZ Blue Portfolio Bronze HSA Focus - HMO
  • AZ Blue Portfolio Bronze HSA Neighborhood - HMO
  • AZ Blue StandardHealth Bronze Focus - HMO
  • AZ Blue StandardHealth Bronze Neighborhood - HMO
  • AZ Blue StandardHealth Gold Focus - HMO
  • AZ Blue StandardHealth Gold Neighborhood - HMO
  • AZ Blue StandardHealth Silver Focus - HMO
  • AZ Blue StandardHealth Silver Neighborhood - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Bronze Share - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Expanded Bronze Standard - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Gold Share - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Gold Standard - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Silver Share - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Silver Standard - HMO
  • Medica Insure Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
  • Medica Insure Bronze Premier - EPO
  • Medica Insure Bronze Share - EPO
  • Medica Insure Expanded Bronze Standard - EPO
  • Medica Insure Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
  • Medica Insure Gold Share - EPO
  • Medica Insure Gold Standard - EPO
  • Medica Insure Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
  • Medica Insure Silver Share - EPO
  • Medica Insure Silver Standard - EPO
  • Bronze Classic 4700 - HMO
  • Bronze Classic Standard - HMO
  • Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Diabetes - HMO
  • Gold Classic - HMO
  • Gold Classic Standard - HMO
  • Gold Elite Saver Plus - HMO
  • Silver Classic Standard - HMO
  • Silver Elite Saver Plus - HMO
  • Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
  • Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
  • Silver Simple Diabetes - HMO
  • Silver Simple PCP Saver - HMO
  • Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits - HMO
  • Bronze Classic 4700 - HMO
  • Bronze Classic 4700 | with AdventHealth - HMO
  • Bronze Classic Standard - HMO
  • Bronze Classic Standard | with AdventHealth - HMO
  • Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - HMO
  • Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | with AdventHealth - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Diabetes - HMO
  • Gold Classic Standard - HMO
  • Gold Classic Standard | with AdventHealth - HMO
  • Gold Elite Saver Plus | with AdventHealth - HMO
  • Gold Simple - HMO
  • Gold Simple | with AdventHealth - HMO
  • Silver Classic Standard - HMO
  • Silver Classic Standard | with AdventHealth - HMO
  • Silver Elite - HMO
  • Silver Elite | with AdventHealth - HMO
  • Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
  • Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
  • Bronze Classic Standard - HMO
  • Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - HMO
  • Bronze Simple - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
  • Buena Salud Bronce Simple Para Diabetes - HMO
  • Gold Classic - HMO
  • Gold Classic Standard - HMO
  • Gold Simple - HMO
  • Gold Simple Diabetes - HMO
  • Silver Classic Standard - HMO
  • Silver Elite Saver Plus - HMO
  • Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM - HMO
  • Silver Simple Diabetes - HMO
  • Silver Simple PCP Saver - HMO
  • Silver Simple Specialist Saver with COPD - HMO
  • Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits - HMO
  • Bronze Classic PCP Saver | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Bronze Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Bronze Simple Diabetes | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Bronze Simple HSA | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Gold Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Gold Elite | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Gold Elite Saver Plus | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Silver Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Silver Elite Saver Plus | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Silver Simple Diabetes | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Silver Simple PCP Saver | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus (No Referrals) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus (Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus + (Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded (Dental + Vision) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential- - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential- ($0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - HMO
  • UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) - 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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Authorized Official

The authorized official is the designated individual with the legal authority to make changes to the provider’s official NPI record. For organizations, the authorized official must be a general partner, chairman of the board, CEO, CFO or a direct owner holding at least a 5 percent stake in the medical organization.

Authorized Official Name

DARREN THOMAS WHEELER

Authorized Official Title
VICE PRESIDENT
Authorized Official Phone
(702) 733-7866

Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
03D0980494OTHER (01)AZCLIA
943060MEDICAID (05)AZ 

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity

A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.

This service was performed 23,549 times for 11,815 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity

A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.

This service was performed 710 times for 629 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report

Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.

This service was performed 204 times for 134 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure

Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.

This service was performed 1,109 times for 645 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each multiplex procedure

Special stained specimen slides are used to study tissue in detail. This multiplex procedure involves applying different dyes to the tissue sample on a slide to highlight specific elements. These colors help identify any abnormalities in the tissue, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

This service was performed 49 times for 46 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure

This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.

This service was performed 956 times for 867 patients

Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report

This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.

This service was performed 387 times for 256 patients

Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere

A surgical pathology consultation involves reviewing slides prepared at a different lab to confirm or clarify a diagnosis. It's a second opinion to ensure accuracy. A report with findings and interpretations is then provided for your doctor's reference.

This service was performed 51 times for 50 patients

CLIA 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
03D0980494
Facility Type
Independent
Certificate Effective Date
November 03, 2024
Certificate Expiration Date
November 02, 2026
Laboratory Director
LYNDEN P. BOWDEN III
Certificate Type
Certificate of Compliance
Certificate Type Description
This CLIA certificate is issued to Ameripath Tucson Inc after an inspection that finds the laboratory to be in compliance with all applicable CLIA requirements. This type of certificate is issued to laboratories that perform nonwaived (moderate and/or high complexity) testing.

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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 1497805733, we treat the final digit (3) 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 67. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 67 = 3).

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
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 4
7
Unchanged
Pos 5
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 6
0
Unchanged
Pos 7
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 8
7
Unchanged
Pos 9
3
Doubled → 6
Check
3
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 9 → 18 → 9 8 → 16 → 7 5 → 10 → 1 3 → 6

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 4 + 1 + 8 + 7 + 1 + 6 + 0 + 1 + 0 + 7 + 6 + 24 = 67

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

The next multiple of ten after 67 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 67 = 3
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 3, which matches the last digit of 1497805733.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Family Medicine
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TUCSON, AZ 85711
Internal Medicine
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TUCSON, AZ 85711
Internal Medicine
630 N ALVERNON WAY, #251
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Internal Medicine
630 N ALVERNON WAY, #251
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Pain Medicine (Pain Medicine)
630 N ALVERNON WAY
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecology)
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 251
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Physician Assistant
630 N ALVERNON WAY, STE 371
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Podiatrist (Foot Surgery)
630 N ALVERNON WAY, #251-C
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 371
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies (Customized Equipment)
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 371
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Clinic/Center (Radiology, Mammography)
630 N ALVERNON WAY
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Physician Assistant (Medical)
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 250
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Emergency Medicine
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 250
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Emergency Medicine
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 250
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Orthopaedic Surgery
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 351
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Emergency Medicine
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 250
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Emergency Medicine
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 250
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Emergency Medicine
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 250
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Emergency Medicine
630 N ALVERNON WAY, SUITE 250
TUCSON, AZ 85711
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
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TUCSON, AZ 85711

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1497805733, enumerated as an "organization" on January 11, 2007.

The provider is located at 630 N ALVERNON WAY TUCSON, AZ 85711 and the phone number is (520) 320-7681.

Clinical Medical Laboratory with taxonomy code 291U00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.