MR. MICHAEL ARGIRO MS, OTR/L, CHT
NPI 1780684498
Occupational Therapist - Hand in Brooklyn, NY

NPI Status: Active since July 22, 2005

Contact Information

7610 13TH AVE
LOWER LEVEL
BROOKLYN, NY
ZIP 11228
Phone: (718) 234-5091
Fax: (718) 234-5093

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 25
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Hand
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment

About MICHAEL ARGIRO

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Michael Argiro, a provider established in Brooklyn, New York with a medical specialization in Occupational Therapist, focusing in hand and more than 25 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1780684498 assigned on July 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 225XH1200X with license number 011920 (NY). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 15 years ago.

NPI
1780684498
Provider Name
MR. MICHAEL ARGIRO MS, OTR/L, CHT
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
7610 13TH AVE LOWER LEVEL BROOKLYN, NY 11228
Location Phone
(718) 234-5091
Location Fax
(718) 234-5093
Mailing Address
7610 13TH AVE LOWER LEVEL BROOKLYN, NY 11228
Mailing Phone
(718) 234-5091
Mailing Fax
(718) 234-5093
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
2001
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
07-22-2005
Last Update Date
07-11-2011
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Occupational Therapist Hand

Taxonomy Code
225XH1200X
Type
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
License No.
011920
License State
NY

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
2489079OTHER (01)NYUNITED HEALTHCARE
QS7431MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04)NY 
7999405OTHER (01)NYCIGNA
011920OTHER (01)NYHIP
P3408630OTHER (01)NYOXFORD

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Michael Argiro 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.

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.

  • PECOS PAC ID: 6507832532

    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: I20040909001074

    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.

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.

Evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 30 minutes

An evaluation for occupational therapy is a process where a therapist assesses your physical and mental abilities to perform daily activities. This 30-minute session helps identify any difficulties you may have and develop strategies for improvement.

This service was performed 63 times for 62 patients

Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes

This therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.

This service was performed 3,376 times for 87 patients

Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes

This therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.

This service was performed 1,129 times for 88 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 1780684498, we treat the final digit (8) 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 72. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 72 = 8).

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
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 4
0
Unchanged
Pos 5
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 6
8
Unchanged
Pos 7
4
Doubled → 8
Pos 8
4
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
8
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 8 → 16 → 7 6 → 12 → 3 4 → 8 9 → 18 → 9

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 7 + 1 + 6 + 0 + 1 + 2 + 8 + 8 + 4 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 72

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

The next multiple of ten after 72 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.

80 - 72 = 8
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 8, which matches the last digit of 1780684498.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 7 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Clinic/Center (Radiology)
7610 13TH AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11228
Clinic/Center (Rehabilitation)
7610 13TH AVE, LOWER LEVEL
BROOKLYN, NY 11228
Prosthetic/Orthotic Supplier
7610 13TH AVE, LOWER LEVEL
BROOKLYN, NY 11228
Occupational Therapist
7610 13TH AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11228
Occupational Therapist (Hand)
7610 13TH AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11228
Physical Therapist
7610 13TH AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11228
Occupational Therapist
7610 13TH AVE
BROOKLYN, NY 11228

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1780684498, enumerated as an "individual" on July 22, 2005.

The provider is located at 7610 13TH AVE LOWER LEVEL BROOKLYN, NY 11228 and the phone number is (718) 234-5091.

Occupational Therapist with taxonomy code 225XH1200X and a focus in Hand.

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