DR. JOSEPH EDWARD KORNFELD D.C.
NPI 1497821730
Chiropractor - Neurology in Swampscott, MA

NPI Status: Active since November 28, 2006

Contact Information

70 NEW OCEAN ST
SWAMPSCOTT, MA
ZIP 01907
Phone: (781) 581-7300
Fax: (781) 581-1190

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Chiropractor
  • Neurology
  • Accepts Insurance

About JOSEPH KORNFELD

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Joseph Kornfeld, a provider established in Swampscott, Massachusetts with a medical specialization in Chiropractor, focusing in neurology . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1497821730 assigned on November 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 111NN0400X with license number 844 (MA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 2 years ago.

NPI
1497821730
Provider Name
DR. JOSEPH EDWARD KORNFELD D.C.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
70 NEW OCEAN ST SWAMPSCOTT, MA 01907
Location Phone
(781) 581-7300
Location Fax
(781) 581-1190
Mailing Address
70 NEW OCEAN ST SWAMPSCOTT, MA 01907
Mailing Phone
(781) 581-7300
Mailing Fax
(781) 581-1190
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
11-28-2006
Last Update Date
04-18-2024
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A chiropractor like Joseph Kornfeld helps patients with problems of the neuromusculoskeletal system, which includes nerves, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Chiropractors use spinal adjustments and manipulation, as well as other clinical interventions, to manage health issues such as back and neck pain. Some chiropractors apply procedures like massage therapy, rehabilitative exercise, ultrasound and spinal adjustments and manipulation. A chiropractor focuses on the patients overall health and might refer patients to other healthcare professionals if necessary.

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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

Chiropractor Neurology

Taxonomy Code
111NN0400X
Type
Chiropractic Providers
License No.
844
License State
MA
Taxonomy Description
Chiropractic Neurology is defined as the field of functional neurology that engages the internal - and external environment of the individual in a structured and targeted approach to affect positive changes in the nervous system and consequently the physiology and behavior of an individual. Chiropractic Neurologists are board-certified specialists in non-drug, non-surgical care for those with neurologically based health problems. There are many conditions people suffer from that are in this broad category: learning and attention disorders, headaches, vertigo, pain syndromes, developmental disorders, nerve injury, spinal cord injury, head injury or stroke, movement disorders, and many other conditions.

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

*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.

Chiropractic manipulative treatment, 3-4 spinal regions

Chiropractic manipulative treatment for 3-4 spinal regions involves a trained professional applying controlled force to specific areas of your spine. This can help alleviate pain, improve physical function, and support your body's natural healing process.

This service was performed 107 times for 16 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 1497821730, we treat the final digit (0) 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 70. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 70 = 0).

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
2
Unchanged
Pos 7
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 8
7
Unchanged
Pos 9
3
Doubled → 6
Check
0
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 1 → 2 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 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 6 + 24 = 70

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

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

70 - 70 = 0
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 0, which matches the last digit of 1497821730.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 5 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Chiropractor (Neurology)
70 NEW OCEAN ST
SWAMPSCOTT, MA 01907
Chiropractor (Orthopedic)
70 NEW OCEAN ST
SWAMPSCOTT, MA 01907
Chiropractor
70 NEW OCEAN ST
SWAMPSCOTT, MA 01907
Chiropractor (Neurology)
70 NEW OCEAN ST
SWAMPSCOTT, MA 01907
Chiropractor
70 NEW OCEAN ST
SWAMPSCOTT, MA 01907

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1497821730, enumerated as an "individual" on November 28, 2006.

The provider is located at 70 NEW OCEAN ST SWAMPSCOTT, MA 01907 and the phone number is (781) 581-7300.

Chiropractor with taxonomy code 111NN0400X and a focus in Neurology.

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