DIRECT PATH SERVICES, P.C.
NPI 1730511346
Clinical Medical Laboratory in Bingham Farms, MI

NPI Status: Active since August 06, 2013

Contact Information

30200 TELEGRAPH RD
SUITE 405
BINGHAM FARMS, MI
ZIP 48025
Phone: (248) 220-4425
Fax: (248) 220-4428

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  • Organization
  • Clinical Medical Laboratory
  • Accepts Insurance
  • CLIA Number: 36D2314443
  • CLIA Cert. Type: Other - DERMATOPATHOLOGY
  • CLIA Exp. Date: 09-16-2027

About DIRECT PATH SERVICES, P.C.

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Direct Path Services, P.c., a provider established in Bingham Farms, Michigan operating as a Clinical Medical Laboratory. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1730511346 assigned on August 2013. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 291U00000X with license number 5101015559 (MI). The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 13 years ago. The authorized official of this NPI record is Dr. Christopher J Schwimer D.o. (President/laboratory Director)

NPI
1730511346
Provider Name
DIRECT PATH SERVICES, P.C.
Entity Type
Organization
Location Address
30200 TELEGRAPH RD SUITE 405 BINGHAM FARMS, MI 48025
Location Phone
(248) 220-4425
Location Fax
(248) 220-4428
Mailing Address
30200 TELEGRAPH RD SUITE 405 BINGHAM FARMS, MI 48025
Mailing Phone
(248) 220-4425
Mailing Fax
(248) 220-4428
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Is Organization Subpart?
No
Enumeration Date
08-06-2013
Last Update Date
11-22-2013
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Establishments like Direct Path Services, P.c. are healthcare facilities that may perform a wide range of laboratory procedures, assisted by doctors and medical technologists. Laboratories can be categorized according to their function as common diagnostic labs or specialty labs that conduct specialized or confirmatory tests. Different clinical laboratories could specialize in clinical chemistry, clinical microbiology, hematology, serology, clinical microscopy, cytopathology, molecular biology, or public health. Please inquire directly with this provider to confirm their test menu.

Clinical labs in the U.S. that perform human testing are regulated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program. The purpose of the CLIA program is to guarantee the quality of laboratory testing. This provider has a CLIA number assigned, and undergoes regular inspections to ensure compliance and quality.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Clinical Medical Laboratory

Taxonomy Code
291U00000X
Type
Laboratories
License No.
5101015559
License State
MI
Taxonomy Description
(1) A clinical laboratory is a facility for the biological, microbiological, serological, chemical, immunohematological, hematological, biophysical, cytological, pathological, or other examination of materials derived from the human body for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, human beings. These examinations also include procedures to determine, measure, or otherwise describe the presence or absence of various substances or organisms in the body. Facilities only collecting or preparing specimens (or both) or only serving as a mailing service and not performing testing are not considered clinical laboratories. (2) Any facility that examines materials from the human body for purposes of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, or the assessment of, the health of human beings. Typical divisions of a clinical laboratory include hematology, cytology, bacteriology, histology, biochemistry, medical toxicology, and serology.

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
  • Clear Silver - HMO
  • Elite Gold - HMO
  • Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Gold - HMO
  • Everyday Gold + 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 Gold - HMO
  • Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Focused Silver - HMO
  • Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Gold - HMO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Silver - HMO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 10600 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs) - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 10600 Adult Dental/Vision ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs) - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 7500 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs) - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Pathway 8500 for HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Pathway 2000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs) - HMO
  • Anthem Heart Healthy Bronze Pathway 6000 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs) - HMO
  • Anthem Heart Healthy Silver Pathway 5000 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs) - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Pathway 4000 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs) - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Pathway 4000 Adult Dental/Vision ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs) - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Pathway 5500 for HSA - HMO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Extra - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Saver HSA - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Bronze Secure - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Gold - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Gold Extra - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver Extra - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Silver Saver HSA - PPO
  • Blue Cross� Premier PPO Value - PPO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver - HMO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver Bronson Healthcare Partners - HMO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver Corewell Health West Michigan Network - HMO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver Corewell Health West Michigan Network (Allegan, Barry) - HMO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver Southeast Michigan Network - HMO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver Trinity Health East Network - HMO
  • MyPriority Enhanced Gold Bronson Healthcare Partners - HMO
  • MyPriority Enhanced Gold Corewell Health West Michigan Network - HMO
  • MyPriority Enhanced Gold Corewell Health West Michigan Network (Allegan, Barry) - HMO
  • MyPriority Enhanced Gold Southeast Michigan Network - HMO

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

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

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Authorized Official

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Authorized Official Name

DR. CHRISTOPHER J SCHWIMER D.O.

Authorized Official Title
PRESIDENT/LABORATORY DIRECTOR
Authorized Official Phone
(248) 220-4425

Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
1730511346MEDICAID (05)MI 
0H70792OTHER (01)MIBLUE CROSS BLUE SHEILD
MI7020MEDICARE UPIN (02)MI 

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.

Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure

An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.

This service was performed 136 times for 34 patients

Antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure

An antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure is a laboratory test. It's designed to identify specific proteins, or antibodies, in your body. This can help diagnose certain conditions or monitor your immune system's response to treatments. The procedure involves staining a single type of antibody for detection.

This service was performed 34 times for 34 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity

A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.

This service was performed 6,684 times for 3,938 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity

A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.

This service was performed 210 times for 183 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report

Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.

This service was performed 97 times for 80 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure

Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.

This service was performed 263 times for 135 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure

This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.

This service was performed 241 times for 236 patients

Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report

This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.

This service was performed 341 times for 276 patients

CLIA Information

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:

CLIA Number
36D2314443
Facility Type
Other - DERMATOPATHOLOGY
Certificate Effective Date
September 17, 2025
Certificate Expiration Date
September 16, 2027
Laboratory Director
DR. CHRISTOPHER J. SCHWIMER
Certificate Type
Certificate of Compliance
Certificate Type Description
This CLIA certificate is issued to Direct Path Services, P.c. after an inspection that finds the laboratory to be in compliance with all applicable CLIA requirements. This type of certificate is issued to laboratories that perform nonwaived (moderate and/or high complexity) testing.

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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 1730511346, we treat the final digit (6) 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 54. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 54 = 6).

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
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 4
0
Unchanged
Pos 5
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 6
1
Unchanged
Pos 7
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 8
3
Unchanged
Pos 9
4
Doubled → 8
Check
6
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 3 → 6 5 → 10 → 1 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 + 6 + 0 + 1 + 0 + 1 + 2 + 3 + 8 + 24 = 54

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

The next multiple of ten after 54 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 54 = 6
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 6, which matches the last digit of 1730511346.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1730511346, enumerated as an "organization" on August 06, 2013.

The provider is located at 30200 TELEGRAPH RD SUITE 405 BINGHAM FARMS, MI 48025 and the phone number is (248) 220-4425.

Clinical Medical Laboratory with taxonomy code 291U00000X.

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