DR. DENNIS L. PALMER M.D.
NPI 1568570372
Radiology - Vascular & Interventional Radiology in Helena, MT

NPI Status: Active since August 29, 2006

Contact Information

25 MEDICAL PARK DR
HELENA, MT
ZIP 59601
Phone: (406) 449-3211
Fax: (406) 442-4863

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Radiology
  • Vascular & Interventional Radiology

About DENNIS PALMER

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Dennis Palmer, a provider established in Helena, Montana with a medical specialization in Radiology, focusing in vascular & interventional radiology . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1568570372 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2085R0204X with license number 4961 (MT). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 4 years ago.

NPI
1568570372
Provider Name
DR. DENNIS L. PALMER M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
25 MEDICAL PARK DR HELENA, MT 59601
Location Phone
(406) 449-3211
Location Fax
(406) 442-4863
Mailing Address
300 COLE AVE HELENA, MT 59601
Mailing Phone
(406) 442-4001
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
08-29-2006
Last Update Date
12-07-2022
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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

Radiology Vascular & Interventional Radiology

Taxonomy Code
2085R0204X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
4961
License State
MT
Taxonomy Description
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.

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)
12085R0202XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Radiology
Diagnostic Radiology

4961 (MT)

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.

Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine

A DXA bone density measurement is a simple, quick, and non-invasive procedure that assesses the strength of your bones. This test uses X-rays to measure the amount of minerals, mainly calcium, in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps in early detection of osteoporosis or other bone diseases.

This service was performed 17 times for 17 patients

Screening mammography

Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.

This service was performed 36 times for 36 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 1568570372, we treat the final digit (2) 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 58. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 58 = 2).

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
5
Unchanged
Pos 3
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 4
8
Unchanged
Pos 5
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 6
7
Unchanged
Pos 7
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 8
3
Unchanged
Pos 9
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Check
2
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 6 → 12 → 3 5 → 10 → 1 0 → 0 7 → 14 → 5

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 5 + 1 + 2 + 8 + 1 + 0 + 7 + 0 + 3 + 1 + 4 + 24 = 58

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

The next multiple of ten after 58 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 58 = 2
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 2, which matches the last digit of 1568570372.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 4 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Clinic/Center (Radiology)
25 MEDICAL PARK DR
HELENA, MT 59601
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
25 MEDICAL PARK DR
HELENA, MT 59601
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
25 MEDICAL PARK DR
HELENA, MT 59601
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
25 MEDICAL PARK DR
HELENA, MT 59601

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1568570372, enumerated as an "individual" on August 29, 2006.

The provider is located at 25 MEDICAL PARK DR HELENA, MT 59601 and the phone number is (406) 449-3211.

Radiology with taxonomy code 2085R0204X and a focus in Vascular & Interventional Radiology.