DR. DAVID S. ROSS M.D.
NPI 1720059801
Internal Medicine - Sports Medicine in Wilkes Barre, PA

NPI Status: Active since January 27, 2006

Contact Information

1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA
ZIP 18702
Phone: (570) 808-1093
Fax: (570) 808-7878

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 34
  • Internal Medicine
  • Sports Medicine
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About DAVID ROSS

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for David Ross, an internist established in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in sports medicine and more than 34 years of experience. He graduated from Hahnemann University College Of Medicine in 1992. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1720059801 assigned on January 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RS0010X with license number MD053608L (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.

NPI
1720059801
Provider Name
DR. DAVID S. ROSS M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Location Phone
(570) 808-1093
Location Fax
(570) 808-7878
Mailing Address
100 N ACADEMY AVE CREDENTIALS DEPT DANVILLE, PA 17822
Mailing Phone
(570) 271-6144
Medical School Name
HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Graduation Year
1992
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
01-27-2006
Last Update Date
06-10-2020
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An internist like David Ross 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 Sports Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207RS0010X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
MD053608L
License State
PA
Taxonomy Description
An internist trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the healthcare of the individual.

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)
1207R00000XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine

MD053608L (PA)

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 - HMO
  • Choice Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Clear Gold - HMO
  • Clear Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Gold - HMO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Silver - HMO
  • Complete Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Gold - HMO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Silver - HMO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Gold - HMO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Elite Bronze - HMO
  • Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Gold - HMO
  • Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Focused Silver - HMO
  • Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze - HMO
  • Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Gold - HMO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Silver - HMO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Clear Gold - EPO
  • Clear Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Complete Gold - EPO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Elite Silver - EPO
  • Elite Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Everyday Bronze - EPO
  • Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Focused Silver - EPO
  • Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - EPO
  • Principal Bronze HSA - EPO
  • Principal Bronze HSA + 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

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
1017344800001MEDICAID (05)PA 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

David Ross 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.

David Ross 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: 5193721074

    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: I20061017000324

    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.

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

This service was performed 186 times for 108 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 110 times for 82 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

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 53 times for 45 patients

Injection into tendon or ligament

An injection into a tendon or ligament involves placing medication directly into these areas to help reduce inflammation and pain. It's often used for conditions like arthritis or tendonitis. The procedure is quick and usually involves a local anesthetic.

This service was performed 19 times for 16 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

This service was performed 105 times for 105 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes

This 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 19 times for 19 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. David Ross is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
GEISINGER WYOMING VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER1000 EAST MOUNTAIN BOULEVARD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18711
(570) 826-7300Acute 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 1720059801, we treat the final digit (1) 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 59. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 59 = 1).

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
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 4
0
Unchanged
Pos 5
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 6
5
Unchanged
Pos 7
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 8
8
Unchanged
Pos 9
0
Doubled → 0
Check
1
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 2 → 4 0 → 0 9 → 18 → 9 0 → 0

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 7 + 4 + 0 + 0 + 5 + 1 + 8 + 8 + 0 + 24 = 59

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

The next multiple of ten after 59 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 59 = 1
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 1, which matches the last digit of 1720059801.

Other Providers at the Same Location


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

Physician Assistant
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Physical Therapy Assistant
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Physical Therapist
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE TOWNSHIP, PA 18702
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Orthopaedic Surgery
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Orthopaedic Surgery
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Orthopaedic Surgery
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Orthopaedic Surgery
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD, DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPAEDICS
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Orthopaedic Surgery
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Physician Assistant
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Physician Assistant
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Physician Assistant
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Physician Assistant
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Physician Assistant
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Physician Assistant
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Physician Assistant
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702
Orthopaedic Surgery
1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD
WILKES BARRE, PA 18702

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1720059801, enumerated as an "individual" on January 27, 2006.

The provider is located at 1175 E MOUNTAIN BLVD WILKES BARRE, PA 18702 and the phone number is (570) 808-1093.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RS0010X and a focus in Sports Medicine.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

David Ross is affiliated with: GEISINGER WYOMING VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER.