PACIFIC GASTROENTEROLOGY PLLC
NPI 1588029870
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in Vancouver, WA

NPI Status: Active since December 31, 2015

Contact Information

8506 E MILL PLAIN BLVD
SUITE C
VANCOUVER, WA
ZIP 98664
Phone: (360) 823-0880

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  • Organization
  • Clinic/Center
  • Ambulatory Surgical
  • Accepts Insurance

About PACIFIC GASTROENTEROLOGY PLLC

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Pacific Gastroenterology Pllc, a provider established in Vancouver, Washington operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in ambulatory surgical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1588029870 assigned on December 2015. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QA1903X. The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 10 years ago. The authorized official of this NPI record is Dr. Mehdi Ferdows (Medical Director)

NPI
1588029870
Provider Name
PACIFIC GASTROENTEROLOGY PLLC
Entity Type
Organization
Location Address
8506 E MILL PLAIN BLVD SUITE C VANCOUVER, WA 98664
Location Phone
(360) 823-0880
Mailing Address
8506 E MILL PLAIN BLVD SUITE C VANCOUVER, WA 98664
Mailing Phone
(360) 823-0880
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Is Organization Subpart?
No
Enumeration Date
12-31-2015
Last Update Date
12-31-2015
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Clinic/Center Ambulatory Surgical

Taxonomy Code
261QA1903X
Type
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities

Insurance Plans Accepted

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

  • Core Bronze HSA 10600 - EPO
  • Core Bronze HSA 7500 - EPO
  • Core Bronze HSA 8300 - EPO
  • Core Gold 1500 - EPO
  • Core Gold 3000 - EPO
  • Core Silver 3500 - EPO
  • Core Silver 4500 - EPO
  • Core Silver 5000 - EPO
  • Core Silver 7500 - EPO
  • Core Standard Expanded Bronze HSA - EPO
  • Core Standard Gold - EPO
  • Core Standard Silver - EPO
  • PacificSource Oregon Standard Bronze HSA Plan Core - EPO
  • PacificSource Oregon Standard Gold Plan Core - EPO
  • PacificSource Oregon Standard Silver Plan Core - EPO
  • HSA Qualified 7500 Bronze - Choice Network - EPO
  • HSA-E Qualified 7500 Bronze - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Bronze Plan - Choice Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Bronze Plan - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Gold Plan - Choice Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Gold Plan - Signature Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Silver Plan - Choice Network - EPO
  • Providence Oregon Standard Silver Plan - Signature Network - EPO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

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

DR. MEHDI FERDOWS

Authorized Official Title
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Authorized Official Phone
(360) 823-0880

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.

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.

This service was performed 25 times for 25 patients

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope

A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.

This service was performed 26 times for 26 patients

Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk

Colorectal cancer screening, specifically a colonoscopy, is a preventive measure for those at high risk. A thin, flexible tube with a camera inspects the colon to spot any abnormal growths. This test helps detect potential issues early, enhancing the effectiveness of treatment.

This service was performed 31 times for 31 patients

Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope

This is a procedure where a thin tube, called an endoscope, is gently passed through your mouth into your esophagus. A guide wire is then inserted to help widen any narrow areas. This helps improve swallowing and reduce discomfort.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.

This service was performed 21 times for 21 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 1588029870, 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
5
Unchanged
Pos 3
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 4
8
Unchanged
Pos 5
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 6
2
Unchanged
Pos 7
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 8
8
Unchanged
Pos 9
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
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 8 → 16 → 7 0 → 0 9 → 18 → 9 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 + 6 + 8 + 0 + 2 + 1 + 8 + 8 + 1 + 4 + 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 1588029870.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 3 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Nurse Practitioner
8506 E MILL PLAIN BLVD
VANCOUVER, WA 98664
Allergy & Immunology
8506 E MILL PLAIN BLVD, SUITE A
VANCOUVER, WA 98664
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
8506 E MILL PLAIN BLVD
VANCOUVER, WA 98664

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1588029870, enumerated as an "organization" on December 31, 2015.

The provider is located at 8506 E MILL PLAIN BLVD SUITE C VANCOUVER, WA 98664 and the phone number is (360) 823-0880.

Clinic/Center with taxonomy code 261QA1903X and a focus in Ambulatory Surgical.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: PacificSource Health Plans and Providence Health. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.