PENINSULA PATHOLOGY INSTITUTE
NPI 1770707002
Clinical Medical Laboratory in Soldotna, AK
NPI Status: Active since April 11, 2007
Contact Information
44455 STERLING HWY
SOLDOTNA, AK
ZIP 99669
Phone: (907) 262-3557
Fax: (907) 262-6505
- Organization
- Clinical Medical Laboratory
- Accepts Insurance
About PENINSULA PATHOLOGY INSTITUTE
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Peninsula Pathology Institute, a provider established in Soldotna, Alaska operating as a Clinical Medical Laboratory. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1770707002 assigned on April 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 291U00000X with license number AK 4229 (AK). The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 9 years ago. The provider's is doing business as Peninsula Pathology Institute. The authorized official of this NPI record is Ms. Carole Buchholz (Office Manager)
- NPI
- 1770707002
- Provider Legal Name
- CURTIS BUCHHOLZ PC
- Other Organization Name
- PENINSULA PATHOLOGY INSTITUTE
- Other Name Type
- Doing Business As (3)
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 44455 STERLING HWY SOLDOTNA, AK 99669
- Location Phone
- (907) 262-3557
- Location Fax
- (907) 262-6505
- Mailing Address
- 44455 STERLING HWY SOLDOTNA, AK 99669
- Mailing Phone
- (907) 262-3557
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 04-11-2007
- Last Update Date
- 05-04-2017
- Code Navigator
Establishments like Peninsula Pathology Institute 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.
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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
Clinical Medical Laboratory
- Taxonomy Code
- 291U00000X
- Type
- Laboratories
- License No.
- AK 4229
- License State
- AK
- 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:
- Moda Select Alaska Bronze 6500 - PPO
- Moda Select Alaska Bronze HDHP 5500 - PPO
- Moda Select Alaska Gold 1500 - PPO
- Moda Select Alaska Silver 4500 - PPO
- Moda Select Alaska Standard Bronze - PPO
- Moda Select Alaska Standard Gold - PPO
- Moda Select Alaska Standard Silver - PPO
- Moda Select Texas Bronze 8700 ($0 Virtual Urgent Care through CirrusMD) - EPO
- Moda Select Texas Bronze HDHP 7500 - EPO
- Moda Select Texas Standard Bronze - EPO
- Moda Select Texas Standard Gold - EPO
- Moda Select Texas Standard Silver - EPO
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.
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| D25199 | OTHER (01) | AK | UPIN |
| LB 5191 | MEDICAID (05) | AK | |
| K 150705 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | AK |
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.
Cell examination of specimen, concentration technique
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report
Cell examination of a specimen using a concentration technique is a lab process that enhances the detection of cells in a sample. This method helps to focus on key areas of the sample, making it easier to spot abnormalities or changes. It's a crucial part of diagnosing and monitoring certain health conditions.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsA 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 147 times for 43 patientsThis 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 20 times for 12 patientsReviews for PENINSULA PATHOLOGY INSTITUTE
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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 1770707002, we treat the final digit (2) 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 48. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (50 - 48 = 2).
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 48 is 50. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 6 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
SOLDOTNA, AK 99669
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1770707002, enumerated as an "organization" on April 11, 2007.
The provider is located at 44455 STERLING HWY SOLDOTNA, AK 99669 and the phone number is (907) 262-3557.
Clinical Medical Laboratory with taxonomy code 291U00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Moda Health Plan, Inc., Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
