DR. FERMIN HERNANDEZ M.D.
NPI 1801811286
Personal Emergency Response Attendant in Toa Baja, PR

NPI Status: Active since July 13, 2006

Contact Information

8064 PASEO LAS GAVIOTAS URB. CAMINO DEL MAR
TOA BAJA, PR
ZIP 00949
Phone: (787) 784-8139
Fax: (787) 784-8139

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Personal Emergency Response Attendant
  • PECOS Enrolled

About FERMIN HERNANDEZ

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Fermin Hernandez, a provider established in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico with a medical specialization in Personal Emergency Response Attendant. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1801811286 assigned on July 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 146D00000X with license number 11165 (PR). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 19 years ago.

NPI
1801811286
Provider Name
DR. FERMIN HERNANDEZ M.D.
Other Name
FERMIN HERNANDEZ
Other Name Type
Professional Name (2)
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
8064 PASEO LAS GAVIOTAS URB. CAMINO DEL MAR TOA BAJA, PR 00949
Location Phone
(787) 784-8139
Location Fax
(787) 784-8139
Mailing Address
8064 PASAEO LAS GAVIOTAS URBANICACION CAMINO DEL MAR TOA BAJA, PR 00949
Mailing Phone
(787) 784-8139
Mailing Fax
(787) 784-8139
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
07-13-2006
Last Update Date
07-08-2007
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Personal Emergency Response Attendant

Taxonomy Code
146D00000X
Type
Emergency Medical Service Providers
License No.
11165
License State
PR
Taxonomy Description
Individuals that are specially trained to assist patients living at home with urgent/emergent situations. These individuals must be able to perform CPR and basic first aid and have sufficient counseling skills to allay fears and assist in working through processes necessary to resolve the crisis. Functions may include transportation to various facilities and businesses, contacting agencies to initiate remediation service or providing reassurance.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
0089400MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04)PR 
G65056MEDICARE UPIN (02)PR 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Fermin Hernandez 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.

Emergency department visit for problem of high severity

An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.

This service was performed 94 times for 90 patients

Emergency department visit for problem of moderate severity

An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.

This service was performed 127 times for 115 patients

Hernia repair - groin (open)

Hernia repair in the groin area (open) is a surgical procedure to fix a bulge or protrusion, caused by internal tissues pushing through a weak spot in your abdominal wall. In this operation, a small incision is made in the groin area. The protruding tissue is then placed back into the abdomen, and the weakened area is reinforced with stitches or a mesh.

This service was performed for 1-10 patients

Hospital observation care on day of discharge

Hospital observation care on the day of discharge involves monitoring your health status to ensure stability before you leave. This includes assessing vital signs, response to treatment, and readiness for home care or rehabilitation.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

This service was performed 58 times for 55 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 1801811286, 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 54. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 54 = 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.

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

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 8 + 0 + 1 + 1 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 2 + 1 + 6 + 24 = 54

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

The next multiple of ten after 54 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 54 = 6
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 6, which matches the last digit of 1801811286.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1801811286, enumerated as an "individual" on July 13, 2006.

The provider is located at 8064 PASEO LAS GAVIOTAS URB. CAMINO DEL MAR TOA BAJA, PR 00949 and the phone number is (787) 784-8139.

Personal Emergency Response Attendant with taxonomy code 146D00000X.

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