DR. AJIT SINGH PURI M.D.
NPI 1689833105
Radiology - Neuroradiology in Worcester, MA

NPI Status: Active since June 09, 2008

Contact Information

55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA
ZIP 01655
Phone: (508) 334-8329
Fax: (774) 441-6421

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 27
  • Radiology
  • Neuroradiology
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About AJIT PURI

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Ajit Puri, a provider established in Worcester, Massachusetts with a medical specialization in Radiology, focusing in neuroradiology and more than 27 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1689833105 assigned on June 2008. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2085N0700X with license number 235892 (MA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.

NPI
1689833105
Provider Name
DR. AJIT SINGH PURI M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
55 LAKE AVE N WORCESTER, MA 01655
Location Phone
(508) 334-8329
Location Fax
(774) 441-6421
Mailing Address
PO BOX 415348 BOSTON, MA 02241
Mailing Phone
(800) 225-8885
Mailing Fax
(774) 441-6421
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
2000
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
06-09-2008
Last Update Date
11-24-2020
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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 Neuroradiology

Taxonomy Code
2085N0700X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
235892
License State
MA
Taxonomy Description
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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

  • Choice Bronze HSA - EPO
  • Choice Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Clear Silver - EPO
  • Clear Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Complete Gold - EPO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Complete Silver - EPO
  • Complete Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Elite Bronze - EPO
  • Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Everyday Gold - EPO
  • Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze - EPO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Standard Gold - EPO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Standard Silver - EPO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Anthem Bronze Preferred Blue PPO 6000/20%/8000 w/HSA - PPO
  • Anthem Bronze Preferred Blue PPO 7000/50%/8000 w/HSA - PPO
  • Anthem Bronze Preferred Blue PPO 7500/30%/10000 Value - PPO
  • Anthem Bronze Preferred Blue PPO 8500/50%/9200 - PPO
  • Anthem Gold Preferred Blue PPO 1000/20%/7500 - PPO
  • Anthem Gold Preferred Blue PPO 2000/0%/6500 RxD - PPO
  • Anthem Gold Preferred Blue PPO 2000/10%/4600 w/HSA - PPO
  • Anthem Gold Preferred Blue PPO 2000/10%/7500 - PPO
  • Anthem Gold Preferred Blue PPO 2000/20%/4600 w/HSA - PPO
  • Anthem Gold Preferred Blue PPO 3000/0%/7500 RxD - PPO
  • Anthem Gold Preferred Blue PPO 500/30%/9000 - PPO
  • Anthem Platinum Preferred Blue PPO 250/10%/3500 - PPO
  • Anthem Silver Preferred Blue PPO 2500/30%/10000 Value - PPO
  • Anthem Silver Preferred Blue PPO 3000/30%/9000 Value - PPO
  • Anthem Silver Preferred Blue PPO 3500/20%/10000 - PPO
  • Anthem Silver Preferred Blue PPO 3500/20%/7250 w/HSA - PPO
  • Anthem Silver Preferred Blue PPO 4000/0%/9000 - PPO
  • Anthem Silver Preferred Blue PPO 4000/0%/9000 RxD - PPO
  • Anthem Silver Preferred Blue PPO 4000/10%/7250 w/HSA - PPO
  • Anthem Silver Preferred Blue PPO 4000/20%/8500 - PPO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 6000/20%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7000/50%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 8500/50%/9200 - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 1000/20%/7500 - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/0%/6500 RxD - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/7500 - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/20%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 3000/0%/7500 RxD - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 500/30%/9000 - HMO
  • Anthem Platinum Access Blue New England HMO 250/10%/3500 - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 2500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3000/30%/9000 Value - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/10000 - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 RxD - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/10%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/20%/8500 - HMO

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Ajit Puri is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Ajit Puri 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

  • PECOS PAC ID: 6305970427

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20100811000727, I20191014001055

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • 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.

3d radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing

A 3D radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing is a high-tech imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed 3D images of the body. The computerized postprocessing further enhances these images for more precise diagnosis and treatment planning.

This service was performed 15 times for 13 patients

Imaging of blood vessel

Imaging of blood vessels, also known as vascular imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that allows doctors to view the condition of your blood vessels. It employs techniques like ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI to capture images, enabling the detection of blockages or abnormalities.

This service was performed 53 times for 24 patients

Insertion of tube into brain artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist

This procedure involves inserting a thin tube into a brain artery. It aids in diagnosing or treating brain conditions. A radiologist reviews the process to ensure accuracy and safety. It's a critical step in managing brain health effectively.

This service was performed 33 times for 32 patients

Insertion of tube into chest or arm artery, initial third order branch

This is a procedure where a thin tube, called a catheter, is inserted into an artery in your chest or arm. It is guided to a third order branch, which is a smaller artery. This can help doctors diagnose or treat certain conditions by allowing them to see or access these arteries directly.

This service was performed 21 times for 17 patients

Insertion of tube into internal neck artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist

This procedure involves placing a small tube into your neck artery. It helps diagnose or treat certain conditions. A radiologist, a doctor specializing in medical imaging, reviews the process to ensure accuracy and safety.

This service was performed 48 times for 43 patients

Insertion of tube into intracranial artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist

This procedure involves placing a tube into an artery in the brain. It's typically done for diagnostic purposes or treatment. A radiologist, a doctor specializing in imaging, reviews the process to ensure accuracy and safety.

This service was performed 33 times for 32 patients

Occlusion of central nervous system or spinal cord artery

This procedure involves blocking a central nervous system or spinal cord artery to prevent blood flow. It's typically done to treat conditions like aneurysms or vascular malformations. It can help prevent strokes, bleeding, or other serious issues.

This service was performed 28 times for 23 patients

Review by radiologist of image for insertion of material to block blood flow

This procedure involves a radiologist examining an image to plan the placement of a substance that will block blood flow in a specific area. This is usually done to prevent bleeding or to cut off the blood supply to a growth.

This service was performed 31 times for 26 patients

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes

This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.

This service was performed 65 times for 60 patients

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Ajit Puri is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
UMASS MEMORIAL HEALTH - HARRINGTON HOSPITAL100 SOUTH STREET
SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 01550
(508) 765-9771Acute Care Hospitals
UMASS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER/UNIVERSITY CAMPUS55 LAKE AVENUE NORTH
WORCESTER, MA 01655
(508) 334-1000Acute Care Hospitals
PORTSMOUTH REGIONAL HOSPITAL333 BORTHWICK AVE
PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801
(603) 436-5110Acute Care Hospitals

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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 1689833105, we treat the final digit (5) 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 65. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 65 = 5).

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
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 6
3
Unchanged
Pos 7
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 8
1
Unchanged
Pos 9
0
Doubled → 0
Check
5
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 8 → 16 → 7 3 → 6 0 → 0

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 + 6 + 3 + 6 + 1 + 0 + 24 = 65

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

The next multiple of ten after 65 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 65 = 5
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 5, which matches the last digit of 1689833105.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
55 LAKE AVE N, UMASS MED CENTER DEPT OF PHARMACY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
55 LAKE AVE N, CARDIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Genetic Counselor, MS
55 LAKE AVE N, S1-710
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Emergency Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Internal Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL MEDICINE
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Pediatrics (Adolescent Medicine)
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRIC ADOLESCENT MEDICINE
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Anesthesiology
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Anesthesiology
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Emergency Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF SURGICAL CRITICAL CARE
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF RHEUMATOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF RHEUMATOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Internal Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
WORCESTER, MA 01655

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1689833105, enumerated as an "individual" on June 09, 2008.

The provider is located at 55 LAKE AVE N WORCESTER, MA 01655 and the phone number is (508) 334-8329.

Radiology with taxonomy code 2085N0700X and a focus in Neuroradiology.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Anthem Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Ajit Puri is affiliated with: UMASS MEMORIAL HEALTH - HARRINGTON HOSPITAL, UMASS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER/UNIVERSITY CAMPUS and PORTSMOUTH REGIONAL HOSPITAL.