DR. FRED A LECHELER DPM.PA
NPI 1821155029
Podiatrist - Foot Surgery in New Smyrna Beach, FL
NPI Status: Active since January 03, 2007
Contact Information
445 NORTH CAUSEWAY
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL
ZIP 32169
Phone: (386) 427-4020
Fax: (386) 427-0451
- Individual
- Male
- Podiatrist
- Foot Surgery
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About FRED LECHELER
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Fred Lecheler, a provider established in New Smyrna Beach, Florida with a medical specialization in Podiatrist, focusing in foot surgery . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1821155029 assigned on January 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 213ES0131X with license number PO2782 (FL). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 10 years ago.
- NPI
- 1821155029
- Provider Name
- DR. FRED A LECHELER DPM.PA
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 445 NORTH CAUSEWAY NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32169
- Location Phone
- (386) 427-4020
- Location Fax
- (386) 427-0451
- Mailing Address
- 445 NORTH CAUSEWAY NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32169
- Mailing Phone
- (386) 427-4020
- Mailing Fax
- (386) 427-0451
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 01-03-2007
- Last Update Date
- 05-10-2016
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Podiatrist Foot Surgery
- Taxonomy Code
- 213ES0131X
- Type
- Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
- License No.
- PO2782
- License State
- FL
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52-2447011 | OTHER (01) | EIN NUMBER | |
| U71453 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | FL | |
| 5695470001 | MEDICARE NSC (07) | FL | |
| E3933 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | ||
| P00226965 | OTHER (01) | FL | MEDICARE RAILROAD |
| E3933 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | FL |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Fred Lecheler 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) and a Home Health Agency (HHA).
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: No
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 custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 40 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional
Placement of strapping to ankle or foot
Placement of strapping to toes
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views
This is a routine visit for established patients residing in care facilities like nursing homes or assisted living. The visit typically lasts about 40 minutes, during which the healthcare provider checks your overall health, discusses any concerns, and adjusts care plans as needed.
This service was performed 42 times for 31 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
This service was performed 556 times for 352 patientsThis service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
This service was performed 57 times for 57 patientsThis service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
This service was performed 41 times for 31 patientsStrapping to the ankle or foot is a procedure involving the application of tape or a similar material to provide support and stability. It can help manage injuries, reduce pain, and prevent further harm. The process is non-invasive and typically performed by a trained professional.
This service was performed 63 times for 30 patientsStrapping toes is a procedure to stabilize or position the toes correctly. It's often used for conditions like hammertoes, fractures, or sprains. A special tape is applied to your toes to provide support, reduce pain, and promote healing.
This service was performed 46 times for 14 patientsThis procedure involves the removal of a thickened skin growth that is not cancerous. A healthcare professional will safely extract the growth, usually under local anesthesia. This process helps maintain skin health and prevent potential complications.
This service was performed 16 times for 15 patientsThis procedure involves the safe removal of 2-4 noncancerous thickened skin growths. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The process helps to alleviate discomfort and prevent potential complications. It's a standard, low-risk procedure.
This service was performed 338 times for 269 patientsThis procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
This service was performed 19 times for 13 patientsThis procedure involves the careful removal of damaged or infected tissue from a wound that's 20.0 square cm or less. It's done to promote healing and prevent further infection. The process is carried out under local anesthesia, ensuring minimal discomfort.
This service was performed 23 times for 12 patientsAn X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.
This service was performed 124 times for 60 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Care Plan | 85% | 991 |
| Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker or provide an advance care plan | ||
| Diabetes Mellitus: Diabetic Foot and Ankle Care, Peripheral Neuropathy - Neurological Evaluation | 92% | 294 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus who had a neurological examination of their lower extremities within 12 months | ||
| Diabetes Mellitus: Diabetic Foot and Ankle Care, Ulcer Prevention - Evaluation of Footwear | 71% | 294 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus who were evaluated for proper footwear and sizing | ||
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 86% | 4589 |
| Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration | ||
| Falls: Plan of Care | 79% | 62 |
| Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older with a history of falls that had a plan of care for falls documented within 12 months | ||
| Falls: Risk Assessment | 79% | 62 |
| Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older with a history of falls that had a risk assessment for falls completed within 12 months | ||
| Implementation of fall screening and assessment programs | Yes | N/A |
| Implementation of fall screening and assessment programs to identify patients at risk for falls and address modifiable risk factors (e.g., Clinical decision support/prompts in the electronic health record that help manage the use of medications, such as benzodiazepines, that increase fall risk). | ||
| Improved Practices that Disseminate Appropriate Self-Management Materials | Yes | N/A |
| Provide self-management materials at an appropriate literacy level and in an appropriate language. | ||
| Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults | 76% | 929 |
| Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention | 100% | 72 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user | ||
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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 1821155029, we treat the final digit (9) 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 51. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 51 = 9).
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 51 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1821155029, enumerated as an "individual" on January 03, 2007.
The provider is located at 445 NORTH CAUSEWAY NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32169 and the phone number is (386) 427-4020.
Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213ES0131X and a focus in Foot Surgery.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid and Railroad Medicare. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
