ROMALDO DESOUZA M.D.
NPI 1710953294
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Gainesville, VA

NPI Status: Active since February 24, 2006

Contact Information

6344 TRED AVON PLACE
GAINESVILLE, VA
ZIP 20155
Phone: (703) 217-6255

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • PECOS Enrolled

About ROMALDO DESOUZA

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Romaldo Desouza, an internist established in Gainesville, Virginia with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in pulmonary disease . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1710953294 assigned on February 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RP1001X with license number 0101128303 (VA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 5 years ago.

NPI
1710953294
Provider Name
ROMALDO DESOUZA M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
6344 TRED AVON PLACE GAINESVILLE, VA 20155
Location Phone
(703) 217-6255
Mailing Address
12032 WINDING CREEK CT CLIFTON, VA 20124
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
02-24-2006
Last Update Date
05-19-2021
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An internist like Romaldo Desouza 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 Pulmonary Disease

Taxonomy Code
207RP1001X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
0101128303
License State
VA
Taxonomy Description
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
0006OTHER (01)DCCAREFIRST BC OF NCA NUMBE
559930001MEDICAID (05)MD 
017717400MEDICAID (05)DC 
005824184MEDICAID (05)VA 
211234OTHER (01)VATRIGON BC NUMBER
53309413OTHER (01)MDCAREFIRST BC NUMBER

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Romaldo Desouza 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

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD021N)

    Manual wheelchair accessory, wheel lock brake extension (handle), each (HCPCS:E0961)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

    Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

    1 DME suppliers used 64 Medicare Claims 64 Services Paid

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 custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 1 hour

This service involves a healthcare professional visiting an established patient in a group care facility or assisted living for about an hour. The visit may include health checks, medication management, and addressing any health concerns to maintain the patient's well-being.

This service was performed 223 times for 53 patients

Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 40 minutes

This is a routine visit for established patients residing in care facilities like nursing homes or assisted living. The visit typically lasts about 40 minutes, during which the healthcare provider checks your overall health, discusses any concerns, and adjusts care plans as needed.

This service was performed 17 times for 12 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 18 times for 16 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

This service was performed 115 times for 29 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 45 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

This service was performed 20 times for 17 patients

New patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 45 minutes

This service involves a medical professional visiting a new patient at a care facility or assisted living for about 45 minutes. During this visit, the professional will assess the patient's health, discuss any concerns, and plan for future care. This service aims to ensure the patient's well-being and comfort in their new environment.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 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 20155 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

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

  • Average New Patient Price $129.04
  • Minimum New Patient Price $56.19
  • Maximum New Patient Price $170.3
  • Average New Patient Copayment $32.26
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.04
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $42.57

Established Patients Visit Costs *

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

  • Average Established Patient Price $99.13
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $18.07
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $138.91
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $24.78
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.51
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.72

* 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 1710953294, 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
7
Unchanged
Pos 3
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 4
0
Unchanged
Pos 5
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 6
5
Unchanged
Pos 7
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 8
2
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 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 3 → 6 9 → 18 → 9

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 + 5 + 6 + 2 + 1 + 8 + 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 1710953294.

Other Providers at the Same Location


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

Internal Medicine
6344 TRED AVON PLACE
GAINESVILLE, VA 20155

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1710953294, enumerated as an "individual" on February 24, 2006.

The provider is located at 6344 TRED AVON PLACE GAINESVILLE, VA 20155 and the phone number is (703) 217-6255.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RP1001X and a focus in Pulmonary Disease.

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