DR. F. BLAKE AMBRIDGE DC.,DACNB
NPI 1699726398
Chiropractor - Neurology in Sandpoint, ID

NPI Status: Active since May 15, 2006

Contact Information

1327 W SUPERIOR ST STE 103
SANDPOINT, ID
ZIP 83864
Phone: (208) 946-5888
Fax: (208) 920-6004

Get Directions Write a Review

  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 39
  • Chiropractor
  • Neurology
  • May Accept Medicare Approved Payment

About F. AMBRIDGE

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for F. Ambridge, a provider established in Sandpoint, Idaho with a medical specialization in Chiropractor, focusing in neurology and more than 39 years of experience. He graduated from Los Angeles College Of Chiropractic in 1987. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1699726398 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 111NN0400X with license number 19037 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.

NPI
1699726398
Provider Name
DR. F. BLAKE AMBRIDGE DC.,DACNB
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1327 W SUPERIOR ST STE 103 SANDPOINT, ID 83864
Location Phone
(208) 946-5888
Location Fax
(208) 920-6004
Mailing Address
1327 W SUPERIOR ST STE 103 SANDPOINT, ID 83864
Mailing Phone
(208) 946-5888
Mailing Fax
(208) 920-6004
Medical School Name
LOS ANGELES COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
Graduation Year
1987
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
05-15-2006
Last Update Date
05-19-2020
Code Navigator

A chiropractor like F. Ambridge helps patients with problems of the neuromusculoskeletal system, which includes nerves, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Chiropractors use spinal adjustments and manipulation, as well as other clinical interventions, to manage health issues such as back and neck pain. Some chiropractors apply procedures like massage therapy, rehabilitative exercise, ultrasound and spinal adjustments and manipulation. A chiropractor focuses on the patients overall health and might refer patients to other healthcare professionals if necessary.

Location Map

Secondary Locations

  • 1113 E Westview Ct
    Spokane, WA 99218
    (208) 946-5888

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

Chiropractor Neurology

Taxonomy Code
111NN0400X
Type
Chiropractic Providers
License No.
19037
License State
CA
Taxonomy Description
Chiropractic Neurology is defined as the field of functional neurology that engages the internal - and external environment of the individual in a structured and targeted approach to affect positive changes in the nervous system and consequently the physiology and behavior of an individual. Chiropractic Neurologists are board-certified specialists in non-drug, non-surgical care for those with neurologically based health problems. There are many conditions people suffer from that are in this broad category: learning and attention disorders, headaches, vertigo, pain syndromes, developmental disorders, nerve injury, spinal cord injury, head injury or stroke, movement disorders, and many other conditions.

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)
1111NN0400XChiropractic Providers

Chiropractor
Neurology

CH61009706 (WA)
2111NN0400XChiropractic Providers

Chiropractor
Neurology

CHIA-1724 (ID)

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

F. Ambridge is registered with Medicare but maybe doesn't accept claims assignment. If you are a Medicare beneficiary call and confirm with the provider before seeking any services.

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.

  • PECOS PAC ID: 42278715

    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: I20200904001053

    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? Maybe

    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.

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.

Chiropractic manipulative treatment, 3-4 spinal regions

Chiropractic manipulative treatment for 3-4 spinal regions involves a trained professional applying controlled force to specific areas of your spine. This can help alleviate pain, improve physical function, and support your body's natural healing process.

This service was performed 170 times for 21 patients

Reviews for DR. F. BLAKE AMBRIDGE DC.,DACNB

There are currently no reviews for this provider. Be the first person to share your experience with this provider by filling out our review form. Your insights are appreciated and will help others make informed decisions.

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 1699726398, we treat the final digit (8) 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 72. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 72 = 8).

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
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 4
9
Unchanged
Pos 5
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 6
2
Unchanged
Pos 7
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 8
3
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
8
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 9 → 18 → 9 7 → 14 → 5 6 → 12 → 3 9 → 18 → 9

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 6 + 1 + 8 + 9 + 1 + 4 + 2 + 1 + 2 + 3 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 72

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

The next multiple of ten after 72 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.

80 - 72 = 8
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 8, which matches the last digit of 1699726398.

Other Providers at the Same Location


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

Chiropractor
1327 W SUPERIOR ST STE 103
SANDPOINT, ID 83864

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1699726398, enumerated as an "individual" on May 15, 2006.

The provider is located at 1327 W SUPERIOR ST STE 103 SANDPOINT, ID 83864 and the phone number is (208) 946-5888.

Chiropractor with taxonomy code 111NN0400X and a focus in Neurology.