NORMAN EARL MCELHENEY MD
NPI 1821098658
Orthopaedic Surgery in Hixson, TN

NPI Status: Active since July 22, 2005

Contact Information

5022 OLD GODSEY LN
SUITE 8
HIXSON, TN
ZIP 37343
Phone: (423) 875-0793
Fax: (423) 876-7456

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Orthopaedic Surgery

About NORMAN MCELHENEY

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Norman Mcelheney, a provider established in Hixson, Tennessee with a medical specialization in Orthopaedic Surgery. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1821098658 assigned on July 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207X00000X with license number MD 21784 (TN). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 19 years ago.

NPI
1821098658
Provider Name
NORMAN EARL MCELHENEY MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
5022 OLD GODSEY LN SUITE 8 HIXSON, TN 37343
Location Phone
(423) 875-0793
Location Fax
(423) 876-7456
Mailing Address
5022 OLD GODSEY LN SUITE 8 HIXSON, TN 37343
Mailing Phone
(423) 875-0793
Mailing Fax
(423) 876-7456
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
07-22-2005
Last Update Date
07-08-2007
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Orthopaedic Surgery

Taxonomy Code
207X00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
MD 21784
License State
TN
Taxonomy Description
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
F15197MEDICARE UPIN (02) 

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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 1821098658, 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 62. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 62 = 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
8
Unchanged
Pos 3
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 4
1
Unchanged
Pos 5
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 6
9
Unchanged
Pos 7
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 8
6
Unchanged
Pos 9
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
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 2 → 4 0 → 0 8 → 16 → 7 5 → 10 → 1

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 8 + 4 + 1 + 0 + 9 + 1 + 6 + 6 + 1 + 0 + 24 = 62

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

The next multiple of ten after 62 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 62 = 8
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 8, which matches the last digit of 1821098658.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 14 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Legal Medicine
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 10
HIXSON, TN 37343
Occupational Therapist
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 3
HIXSON, TN 37343
Physical Therapist
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 3
HIXSON, TN 37343
Orthopaedic Surgery
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 2
HIXSON, TN 37343
Orthopaedic Surgery
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 8
HIXSON, TN 37343
Speech-Language Pathologist
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 3
HIXSON, TN 37343
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 2
HIXSON, TN 37343
Eyewear Supplier
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 7
HIXSON, TN 37343
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 8
HIXSON, TN 37343
Physical Therapist
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 3
HIXSON, TN 37343
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, STE 3
HIXSON, TN 37343
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, STE 3
HIXSON, TN 37343
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, STE 3
HIXSON, TN 37343
Occupational Therapist
5022 OLD GODSEY LN, SUITE 3
HIXSON, TN 37343

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1821098658, enumerated as an "individual" on July 22, 2005.

The provider is located at 5022 OLD GODSEY LN SUITE 8 HIXSON, TN 37343 and the phone number is (423) 875-0793.

Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

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