GARY COSTACURTA M.D.
NPI 1679575856
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Easton, PA

NPI Status: Active since June 01, 2005

Contact Information

2001 FAIRVIEW AVE
EASTON, PA
ZIP 18042
Phone: (610) 442-2082
Fax: (610) 438-2419

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Internal Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Disease

About GARY COSTACURTA

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Gary Costacurta, an internist established in Easton, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in cardiovascular disease . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1679575856 assigned on June 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RC0000X with license number MD034283-E (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 7 years ago.

NPI
1679575856
Provider Name
GARY COSTACURTA M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2001 FAIRVIEW AVE EASTON, PA 18042
Location Phone
(610) 442-2082
Location Fax
(610) 438-2419
Mailing Address
PO BOX 783311 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19178
Mailing Phone
(848) 844-4500
Mailing Fax
(610) 438-2419
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
06-01-2005
Last Update Date
04-15-2019
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An internist like Gary Costacurta is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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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

Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Disease

Taxonomy Code
207RC0000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
MD034283-E
License State
PA
Taxonomy Description
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

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)
1207RC0000XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease

MA054780 (NJ)
2207RI0011XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology

MA054780 (NJ)
3207RI0011XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology

MD034283-E (PA)

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
20008705OTHER (01)PAAMERIHEALTH MERCY MA
1198810MEDICAID (05)PA 
1387642OTHER (01)NJHIGHMARK NJ
1951701OTHER (01)PACAPITAL BLUE CROSS
P713649OTHER (01)PAOXFORD
485897OTHER (01)PAAETNA US HEALTHCARE
597435OTHER (01)PAKEYSTONE CAPITAL
5089603MEDICAID (05)NJ 
4005656OTHER (01)PACIGNA PA
597435OTHER (01)PAHIGHMARK BLUE SHIELD PA

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.

Anticoagulant management of patient taking warfarin

Anticoagulant management with warfarin involves monitoring and adjusting your medication to prevent blood clots while minimizing the risk of bleeding. Regular blood tests measure your response to warfarin, helping adjust your dose if necessary. It's crucial to maintain a consistent diet and promptly report any changes in your health.

This service was performed 99 times for 35 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 647 times for 361 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

This service was performed 24 times for 24 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

This service was performed 173 times for 140 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

This service was performed 137 times for 137 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 1679575856, we treat the final digit (6) 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 64. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 64 = 6).

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

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 6 + 1 + 4 + 9 + 1 + 0 + 7 + 1 + 0 + 8 + 1 + 0 + 24 = 64

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

The next multiple of ten after 64 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 64 = 6
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 6, which matches the last digit of 1679575856.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1679575856, enumerated as an "individual" on June 01, 2005.

The provider is located at 2001 FAIRVIEW AVE EASTON, PA 18042 and the phone number is (610) 442-2082.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RC0000X and a focus in Cardiovascular Disease.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: AmeriHealth, Medicare, Medicaid, Highmark Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.