FRANKLIN R HEPFER P.A.
NPI 1720053069
Physician Assistant - Medical in Annapolis, MD
NPI Status: Active since February 21, 2006
Contact Information
1000 BESTGATE RD STE 400
ANNAPOLIS, MD
ZIP 21401
Phone: (410) 266-2720
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 26
- Physician Assistant
- Medical
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About FRANKLIN HEPFER
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Franklin Hepfer, a primary care provider established in Annapolis, Maryland with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant, focusing in medical and more than 26 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1720053069 assigned on February 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363AM0700X with license number C0002322 (MD). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 8 years ago.
- NPI
- 1720053069
- Provider Name
- FRANKLIN R HEPFER P.A.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1000 BESTGATE RD STE 400 ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
- Location Phone
- (410) 266-2720
- Mailing Address
- 1000 BESTGATE RD STE 400 ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
- Mailing Phone
- (102) 662-7204
- Mailing Fax
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 2000
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 02-21-2006
- Last Update Date
- 11-26-2018
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like Franklin Hepfer 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
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 4201 Northview Dr Ste 101
Bowie, MD 20716
(410) 266-2720
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
Physician Assistant Medical
- Taxonomy Code
- 363AM0700X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- C0002322
- License State
- MD
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 297200 | OTHER (01) | AMERIGROUP | |
| 487760200 | OTHER (01) | FEDERAL WORKMANS COMP |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Franklin Hepfer 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.
Franklin Hepfer 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: 9830111525
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: I20060509000974
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
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-Other DME (DE000N)
Osteogenesis stimulator, electrical, non-invasive, spinal applications (HCPCS:E0748)
1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 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 office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Fusion of additional segment of spine
Fusion of spine in lower back with partial removal of spine bone and disc
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
Partial removal of bone of additional segment of spine in lower back with release of spinal cord and/or nerves during fusion of spine in lower back
Partial removal of bone of single segment of spine in lower back with release of spinal cord and/or nerves during fusion of spine in lower back
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord or nerves
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment
Placement of stabilizing device to back, 3-6 spine bone segments
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
This service was performed 187 times for 127 patientsFusion of an additional segment of the spine is a surgical procedure to join two or more vertebrae together. This is done to stabilize the spine and reduce pain or correct a deformity. The procedure involves using bone grafts, rods, or screws to secure the spine.
This service was performed 37 times for 14 patientsThis procedure, called lumbar spinal fusion, involves joining two or more vertebrae in your lower back. It includes a partial removal of a spine bone and disc to alleviate pain and improve stability. The goal is to reduce motion between vertebrae and prevent nerve irritation.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsSpine fusion is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae. During this process, a cage or mesh device is inserted into the spine bone and disc space. This helps to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and improve functionality. The device acts as a bridge for new bone to grow on.
This service was performed 21 times for 15 patientsThis is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
This service was performed 187 times for 187 patientsThis procedure involves partially removing a bone section in the lower back to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. It's performed during a spinal fusion, where bones in the lower back are joined to improve stability and reduce pain.
This service was performed 20 times for 13 patientsThis procedure involves the partial removal of a bone segment in your lower back to relieve pressure on your spinal cord or nerves. It's usually done during a spinal fusion in the lower back, which helps to stabilize your spine by joining two or more vertebrae together.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsThis procedure involves removing part of a spine bone to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord and/or nerves. It targets a single segment of the spine, improving mobility and reducing pain. It's a common treatment for conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.
This service was performed 20 times for 20 patientsThis procedure involves the partial removal of a spine bone to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord or nerves. It's aimed at reducing pain and improving mobility. It's a common treatment for conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsThis procedure involves the partial removal of a bone in your spine to alleviate pressure on your spinal cord or nerves. It may be performed on multiple spine segments depending on your condition. The aim is to improve mobility and reduce pain or discomfort.
This service was performed 53 times for 25 patientsThis procedure involves placing a device on your back to stabilize 3-6 spine bone segments. It aids in maintaining spine alignment and reducing pain. The device is secured to the bones, providing support and promoting healing.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care and Preventative Care Management for Empaneled Patients | Yes | N/A |
| Proactively manage chronic and preventive care for empaneled patients that could include one or more of the following: • Provide patients annually with an opportunity for development and/or adjustment of an individualized plan of care as appropriate to age and health status, including health risk appraisal; gender, age and condition-specific preventive care services; and plan of care for chronic conditions; • Use condition-specific pathways for care of chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, depression, asthma and heart failure) with evidence-based protocols to guide treatment to target; such as a CDC-recognized diabetes prevention program; • Use pre-visit planning to optimize preventive care and team management of patients with chronic conditions; • Use panel support tools (registry functionality) to identify services due; • Use predictive analytical models to predict risk, onset and progression of chronic diseases; or • Use reminders and outreach (e.g., phone calls, emails, postcards, patient portals and community health workers where available) to alert and educate patients about services due; and/or routine medication reconciliation. | ||
| Colorectal Cancer Screening | 3% | 97 |
| Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer | ||
| Implementation of medication management practice improvements | Yes | N/A |
| Manage medications to maximize efficiency, effectiveness and safety that could include one or more of the following: Reconcile and coordinate medications and provide medication management across transitions of care settings and eligible clinicians or groups; Integrate a pharmacist into the care team; and/or Conduct periodic, structured medication reviews. | ||
| Measurement and Improvement at the Practice and Panel Level | Yes | N/A |
| Measure and improve quality at the practice and panel level, such as the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) Physician Scorecards, that could include one or more of the following: • Regularly review measures of quality, utilization, patient satisfaction and other measures that may be useful at the practice level and at the level of the care team or MIPS eligible clinician or group (panel); and/or • Use relevant data sources to create benchmarks and goals for performance at the practice level and panel level. | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | 30% | 162 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2 | ||
| Use of decision support and standardized treatment protocols | Yes | N/A |
| Use decision support and standardized treatment protocols to manage workflow in the team to meet patient needs. | ||
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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. Franklin Hepfer is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LUMINIS HEALTH ANNE ARUNDEL MEDICAL CENTER, INC | 2001 MEDICAL PARKWAY ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 | (443) 481-1000 | Acute 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 1720053069, we treat the final digit (9) 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 51. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 51 = 9).
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.
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.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 51 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1720053069, enumerated as an "individual" on February 21, 2006.
The provider is located at 1000 BESTGATE RD STE 400 ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 and the phone number is (410) 266-2720.
Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363AM0700X and a focus in Medical.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Amerigroup, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Franklin Hepfer is affiliated with: LUMINIS HEALTH ANNE ARUNDEL MEDICAL CENTER, INC.
