DR. ANDREW JAMES JEFFERSON MD
NPI 1518950880
Ophthalmology in Leawood, KS
NPI Status: Active since August 23, 2005
Contact Information
11500 GRANADA ST
DISCOVER VISION CENTERS
LEAWOOD, KS
ZIP 66211
Phone: (816) 478-1230
Fax: (816) 350-6980
- Individual
- Male
- Ophthalmology
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About ANDREW JEFFERSON
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Andrew Jefferson, a provider established in Leawood, Kansas with a medical specialization in Ophthalmology. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1518950880 assigned on August 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207W00000X with license number 0421567 (KS). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 15 years ago.
- NPI
- 1518950880
- Provider Name
- DR. ANDREW JAMES JEFFERSON MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 11500 GRANADA ST DISCOVER VISION CENTERS LEAWOOD, KS 66211
- Location Phone
- (816) 478-1230
- Location Fax
- (816) 350-6980
- Mailing Address
- 4801 S CLIFF AVE SUITE 100 INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055
- Mailing Phone
- (816) 478-1230
- Mailing Fax
- (816) 350-6980
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 08-23-2005
- Last Update Date
- 12-20-2011
- Code Navigator
Ophthalmologists like Andrew Jefferson specialize in diagnosing and treating eye conditions. They may perform surgeries to correct vision issues or prevent vision loss due to diseases like glaucoma. Additionally, they can provide eyeglasses, prescribe contact lenses, and offer other vision-related services.
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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
Ophthalmology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207W00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 0421567
- License State
- KS
- Taxonomy Description
- An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207W00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Ophthalmology | MDR5E42 (MO) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180032682 | OTHER (01) | RAILROAD MEDICARE | |
| C51647 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | ||
| 4060008B | MEDICARE PIN (08) |
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 complete exam of visual system
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
This service was performed 19 times for 19 patientsThis is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes: Eye Exam | 100% | 57 |
| Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period | ||
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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 1518950880, 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.
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 70 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1518950880, enumerated as an "individual" on August 23, 2005.
The provider is located at 11500 GRANADA ST DISCOVER VISION CENTERS LEAWOOD, KS 66211 and the phone number is (816) 478-1230.
Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Railroad Medicare, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
