ANTHONY JAMES PICARO MD
NPI 1689710246
Family Medicine in Long Beach Township, NJ

NPI Status: Active since January 30, 2007

Contact Information

3003 LONG BEACH BLVD
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ
ZIP 08008
Phone: (609) 492-0900
Fax: (609) 492-1347

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Family Medicine

About ANTHONY PICARO

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Anthony Picaro, a primary care provider established in Long Beach Township, New Jersey with a medical specialization in Family Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1689710246 assigned on January 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207Q00000X with license number 25MA02103000 (NJ). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 16 years ago.

NPI
1689710246
Provider Name
ANTHONY JAMES PICARO MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
3003 LONG BEACH BLVD LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ 08008
Location Phone
(609) 492-0900
Location Fax
(609) 492-1347
Mailing Address
3003 LONG BEACH BLVD LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ 08008
Mailing Phone
(609) 492-0900
Mailing Fax
(609) 492-1347
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
01-30-2007
Last Update Date
06-28-2010
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Anthony Picaro sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, 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

Family Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207Q00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
25MA02103000
License State
NJ
Taxonomy Description
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
096300MAOMEDICARE PIN (08)NJ 
C60077MEDICARE UPIN (02)NJ 

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.

Administration of influenza virus vaccine

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

This service was performed 29 times for 29 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

This service was performed 86 times for 86 patients

Automated urinalysis test

An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.

This service was performed 21 times for 18 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

This service was performed 117 times for 100 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 351 times for 223 patients

Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent derived from cell cultures

The quadrivalent influenza vaccine, derived from cell cultures, is a flu shot that protects against four different flu viruses. It's made in labs using cell cultures instead of eggs, making it a good option for those with egg allergies. It's a crucial tool in preventing the flu.

This service was performed 15 times for 15 patients

Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent, 0.5 ml dosage

The Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent, 0.5 ml dosage, is a flu shot to protect against four strains of the flu virus. It's given as a small injection, typically in the arm, to help your body build immunity and fight off potential flu infections.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

This service was performed 84 times for 60 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 1689710246, 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
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 4
9
Unchanged
Pos 5
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 6
1
Unchanged
Pos 7
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 8
2
Unchanged
Pos 9
4
Doubled → 8
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 8 → 16 → 7 7 → 14 → 5 0 → 0 4 → 8

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 6 + 1 + 6 + 9 + 1 + 4 + 1 + 0 + 2 + 8 + 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 1689710246.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 2 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Family Medicine
3003 LONG BEACH BLVD
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ 08008
Family Medicine
3003 LONG BEACH BLVD
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ 08008

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1689710246, enumerated as an "individual" on January 30, 2007.

The provider is located at 3003 LONG BEACH BLVD LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ 08008 and the phone number is (609) 492-0900.

Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

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