DR. ELGAN BAKER PH.D.
NPI 1740316736
Psychologist - Health Service in Indianapolis, IN
NPI Status: Active since February 26, 2007
Contact Information
4401 CENTRAL AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
ZIP 46205
Phone: (317) 923-2333
Fax: (317) 923-2367
- Individual
- Male
- Psychologist
- Health Service
- PECOS Enrolled
About ELGAN BAKER
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Elgan Baker, a provider established in Indianapolis, Indiana with a medical specialization in Psychologist, focusing in health service . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1740316736 assigned on February 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 103TH0100X with license number 20010315A (IN). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1740316736
- Provider Name
- DR. ELGAN BAKER PH.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 4401 CENTRAL AVE INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46205
- Location Phone
- (317) 923-2333
- Location Fax
- (317) 923-2367
- Mailing Address
- 4401 CENTRAL AVE INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46205
- Mailing Phone
- (317) 923-2333
- Mailing Fax
- (317) 923-2367
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 02-26-2007
- Last Update Date
- 09-11-2025
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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
Psychologist Health Service
- Taxonomy Code
- 103TH0100X
- Type
- Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- License No.
- 20010315A
- License State
- IN
- Taxonomy Description
- A psychologist, certified/licensed at the independent practice level in his/her state, who is duly trained and experienced in the delivery of direct, preventative, assessment, and therapeutic intervention services to individuals whose growth, adjustment, or functioning is actually impaired or is demonstrably at high risk of impairment (1974).
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 103TC0700X | Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers | Psychologist | 20010315A (IN) |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Elgan Baker 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: Durable Medical Equipment (DME).
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: No
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): No
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.
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation
Psychotherapy, 1 hour
Psychotherapy, 45 minutes
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsPsychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 1-hour session, you'll talk about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to help identify and manage mental health issues. This process aids in personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
This service was performed 376 times for 39 patientsPsychotherapy is a treatment method where you converse with a therapist about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In a 45-minute session, the therapist assists you in understanding and managing your mental health concerns, improving emotional wellness, and promoting personal growth.
This service was performed 68 times for 15 patientsReviews for DR. ELGAN BAKER PH.D.
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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 1740316736, 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 64. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 64 = 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.
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 64 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1740316736, enumerated as an "individual" on February 26, 2007.
The provider is located at 4401 CENTRAL AVE INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46205 and the phone number is (317) 923-2333.
Psychologist with taxonomy code 103TH0100X and a focus in Health Service.
