CHEN TANG M.D.
NPI 1679960264
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Las Vegas, NV

NPI Status: Active since April 21, 2015

Contact Information

8440 S EASTERN AVE STE A
LAS VEGAS, NV
ZIP 89123
Phone: (702) 385-6468
Fax: (702) 385-2663

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Internal Medicine
  • Rheumatology
  • PECOS Enrolled

About CHEN TANG

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Chen Tang, an internist established in Las Vegas, Nevada with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in rheumatology . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1679960264 assigned on April 2015. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RR0500X with license number 22015 (NV). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. Chen Tang operates as a Multi-Specialty Group with one or more individual practitioners, who practice different areas of specialization.

NPI
1679960264
Provider Name
CHEN TANG M.D.
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
8440 S EASTERN AVE STE A LAS VEGAS, NV 89123
Location Phone
(702) 385-6468
Location Fax
(702) 385-2663
Mailing Address
11318 AGNES ST CERRITOS, CA 90703
Mailing Phone
(343) 580-8668
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
04-21-2015
Last Update Date
04-07-2022
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An internist like Chen Tang 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 Rheumatology

Taxonomy Code
207RR0500X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
22015
License State
NV
Taxonomy Description
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.

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)
1207R00000XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine

22015 (NV)
2390200000XStudent, Health Care

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

 

Group Taxonomy 193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

This provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Chen Tang is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

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 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 51 times for 42 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

This service was performed 36 times for 18 patients

Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg

Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.

This service was performed 29 times for 13 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

This service was performed 112 times for 13 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

This service was performed 53 times for 53 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 89123 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $131.25
  • Minimum New Patient Price $57.07
  • Maximum New Patient Price $173.24
  • Average New Patient Copayment $32.81
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.26
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $43.31

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $100.6
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $18.27
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $140.96
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $25.15
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.56
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $35.24

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

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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 1679960264, we treat the final digit (4) 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 66. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 66 = 4).

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
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 6
6
Unchanged
Pos 7
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 8
2
Unchanged
Pos 9
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Check
4
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 9 → 18 → 9 0 → 0 6 → 12 → 3

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 + 8 + 6 + 0 + 2 + 1 + 2 + 24 = 66

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

The next multiple of ten after 66 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 66 = 4
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 4, which matches the last digit of 1679960264.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 1 provider is registered at the same or a nearby location.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8440 S EASTERN AVE STE A
LAS VEGAS, NV 89123

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1679960264, enumerated as an "individual" on April 21, 2015.

The provider is located at 8440 S EASTERN AVE STE A LAS VEGAS, NV 89123 and the phone number is (702) 385-6468.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RR0500X and a focus in Rheumatology.