DR. LEONA ALICE VELICOV DPM
NPI 1710901244
Podiatrist in Philadelphia, PA

NPI Status: Active since July 27, 2006

Contact Information

3445 ST VINCENT ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA
ZIP 19149
Phone: (215) 338-2444
Fax: (215) 708-5000

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Podiatrist
  • PECOS Enrolled

About LEONA VELICOV

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Leona Velicov, a provider established in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Podiatrist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1710901244 assigned on July 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 213E00000X with license number SC001964L (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.

NPI
1710901244
Provider Name
DR. LEONA ALICE VELICOV DPM
Other Name Type
Other Name (5)
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
3445 ST VINCENT ST PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
Location Phone
(215) 338-2444
Location Fax
(215) 708-5000
Mailing Address
3445 ST VINCENT ST PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
Mailing Phone
(215) 338-2444
Mailing Fax
(215) 708-5000
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
07-27-2006
Last Update Date
04-21-2020
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A podiatrist like Leona Velicov provides medical and surgical care for people with foot, ankle, and lower leg issues. Podiatrists treat foot and ankle ailments like calluses, ingrown toenails, heel spurs, arthritis, congenital foot deformities, foot problems associated with diabetes and arch problems.

Location Map

Secondary Locations

  • 2301 E Allegheny Ave
    Philadelphia, PA 19134
    (215) 291-2194
  • 301 Oxford Valley Rd
    Yardley, PA 19067
    (215) 493-8300
  • 1725 Klockner Rd
    Trenton, NJ 08619
    (609) 586-6700
  • 1304 Rhawn St
    Philadelphia, PA 19111
    (215) 742-1225
  • 13 Market Pl Ste 60
    New Hope, PA 18938
    (215) 862-2084
  • 3046 Knights Rd
    Bensalem, PA 19020
    (215) 639-4500

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

Podiatrist

Taxonomy Code
213E00000X
Type
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
License No.
SC001964L
License State
PA
Taxonomy Description
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
007047608-0009MEDICAID (05)PA 
0060668000OTHER (01)PABLUE SHIELD
007047608-0006MEDICAID (05)PA 
007047608-0008MEDICAID (05)PA 
007047608-0004MEDICAID (05)PA 
007047608-0005MEDICAID (05)PA 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Leona Velicov 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) and a Home Health Agency (HHA).

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: No

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.

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails

This procedure involves the careful removal of 1-5 nails from fingers or toes. It's typically done to treat conditions like ingrown nails, fungal infections, or damaged nails. Local anesthesia is used for comfort, and the area heals over time with appropriate care.

This service was performed 91 times for 29 patients

Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths

This procedure involves the safe removal of 2-4 noncancerous thickened skin growths. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The process helps to alleviate discomfort and prevent potential complications. It's a standard, low-risk procedure.

This service was performed 52 times for 21 patients

Trimming of fingernails or toenails

Trimming of fingernails or toenails is a simple procedure for maintaining hygiene and preventing nail-related issues. It involves cutting the nails straight across, then smoothing any sharp edges with a file. Regular nail care can help prevent infections and discomfort.

This service was performed 111 times for 34 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 19149 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $92.69
  • Minimum New Patient Price $59.88
  • Maximum New Patient Price $180.99
  • Average New Patient Copayment $23.17
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.97
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $45.24

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

  • Average Established Patient Price $74.47
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $19.3
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $147.29
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $18.61
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.82
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $36.82

* 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 1710901244, 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 56. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 56 = 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
7
Unchanged
Pos 3
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 4
0
Unchanged
Pos 5
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 6
0
Unchanged
Pos 7
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 8
2
Unchanged
Pos 9
4
Doubled → 8
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 1 → 2 9 → 18 → 9 1 → 2 4 → 8

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 7 + 2 + 0 + 1 + 8 + 0 + 2 + 2 + 8 + 24 = 56

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

The next multiple of ten after 56 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 56 = 4
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 4, which matches the last digit of 1710901244.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1710901244, enumerated as an "individual" on July 27, 2006.

The provider is located at 3445 ST VINCENT ST PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149 and the phone number is (215) 338-2444.

Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213E00000X.

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