DR. ELTON STRICKLAND M.D.
NPI 1760487144
Specialist in Dalton, GA

NPI Status: Active since June 14, 2005

Contact Information

1407 N THORNTON AVE
DALTON, GA
ZIP 30720
Phone: (706) 278-7224
Fax: (706) 275-6261

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Specialist
  • PECOS Enrolled

About ELTON STRICKLAND

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Elton Strickland, a provider established in Dalton, Georgia with a medical specialization in Specialist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1760487144 assigned on June 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 174400000X with license number 024104 (GA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 19 years ago.

NPI
1760487144
Provider Name
DR. ELTON STRICKLAND M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1407 N THORNTON AVE DALTON, GA 30720
Location Phone
(706) 278-7224
Location Fax
(706) 275-6261
Mailing Address
PO BOX 2546 DALTON, GA 30722
Mailing Phone
(706) 259-4428
Mailing Fax
(706) 275-6261
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
06-14-2005
Last Update Date
11-02-2007
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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

Specialist

Taxonomy Code
174400000X
Type
Other Service Providers
License No.
024104
License State
GA
Taxonomy Description
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
300041634OTHER (01)GARAILROAD MEDICARE
E75969MEDICARE UPIN (02)GA 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Elton Strickland 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

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.

Ct scan of chest without contrast

A CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

X-ray of chest, 1 view

A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views

A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

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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 1760487144, 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
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 4
0
Unchanged
Pos 5
4
Doubled → 8
Pos 6
8
Unchanged
Pos 7
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 8
1
Unchanged
Pos 9
4
Doubled → 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 6 → 12 → 3 4 → 8 7 → 14 → 5 4 → 8

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 7 + 1 + 2 + 0 + 8 + 8 + 1 + 4 + 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 1760487144.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 5 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1760487144, enumerated as an "individual" on June 14, 2005.

The provider is located at 1407 N THORNTON AVE DALTON, GA 30720 and the phone number is (706) 278-7224.

Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

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