DR. CHOWDHURY SAKERA FERDOUS MD
NPI 1801006507
Internal Medicine - Obesity Medicine in Boston, MA
NPI Status: Active since May 23, 2007
Contact Information
330 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA
ZIP 02215
Phone: (617) 667-2845
Fax: (617) 667-2845
- Individual
- Female
- Internal Medicine
- Obesity Medicine
- PECOS Enrolled
About CHOWDHURY FERDOUS
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Chowdhury Ferdous, an internist established in Boston, Massachusetts with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in obesity medicine . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1801006507 assigned on May 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RB0002X with license number 291356 (MA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 4 years ago.
- NPI
- 1801006507
- Provider Name
- DR. CHOWDHURY SAKERA FERDOUS MD
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 330 BROOKLINE AVE BOSTON, MA 02215
- Location Phone
- (617) 667-2845
- Location Fax
- (617) 667-2845
- Mailing Address
- 300 BROOKLINE AVE BOSTON, MA 02215
- Mailing Phone
- (617) 632-8762
- Mailing Fax
- (617) 667-2845
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 05-23-2007
- Last Update Date
- 06-10-2022
- Code Navigator
An internist like Chowdhury Ferdous is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
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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
Internal Medicine Obesity Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RB0002X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 291356
- License State
- MA
- Taxonomy Description
- An internal medicine physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
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 | 207R00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Internal Medicine | 52103 (TN) |
| 2 | 208M00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Hospitalist | 2018-00390 (NC) |
| 3 | 208M00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Hospitalist | TMD004813 (PA) |
| 4 | 208M00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Hospitalist | MD472519 (PA) |
| 5 | 390200000X | Student, Health Care | Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Chowdhury Ferdous 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.
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
This service was performed 16 times for 11 patientsThis is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
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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 1801006507, we treat the final digit (7) 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 43. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (50 - 43 = 7).
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 43 is 50. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1801006507, enumerated as an "individual" on May 23, 2007.
The provider is located at 330 BROOKLINE AVE BOSTON, MA 02215 and the phone number is (617) 667-2845.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RB0002X and a focus in Obesity Medicine.
