DR. EDITH CHU M.D.
NPI 1821184706
Emergency Medicine in New Milford, CT
NPI Status: Active since October 05, 2006
Contact Information
21 ELM ST
NEW MILFORD, CT
ZIP 06776
Phone: (860) 210-7490
Fax: (860) 350-7297
- Individual
- Female
- Emergency Medicine
About EDITH CHU
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Edith Chu, a provider established in New Milford, Connecticut with a medical specialization in Emergency Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1821184706 assigned on October 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207P00000X with license number 036907 (CT). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 19 years ago.
- NPI
- 1821184706
- Provider Name
- DR. EDITH CHU M.D.
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 21 ELM ST NEW MILFORD, CT 06776
- Location Phone
- (860) 210-7490
- Location Fax
- (860) 350-7297
- Mailing Address
- 21 ELM ST NEW MILFORD, CT 06776
- Mailing Phone
- (860) 210-7490
- Mailing Fax
- (860) 350-7297
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 10-05-2006
- Last Update Date
- 07-08-2007
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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
Emergency Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207P00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 036907
- License State
- CT
- Taxonomy Description
- An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| F66421 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | CT |
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 life threatening or functioning severity
Emergency department visit for problem of high severity
Emergency department visit for problem of mild to moderate severity
Emergency department visit for problem of moderate severity
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
This service was performed 68 times for 65 patientsAn 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 52 times for 52 patientsAn emergency department visit for a mild to moderate issue is when you seek immediate medical attention for a non-life-threatening condition. This could include minor injuries, moderate pain, or illnesses like the flu. During the visit, healthcare professionals assess your condition, provide treatment, and may recommend follow-up care.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsAn 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.
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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 1821184706, 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 64. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 64 = 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.
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 64 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1821184706, enumerated as an "individual" on October 05, 2006.
The provider is located at 21 ELM ST NEW MILFORD, CT 06776 and the phone number is (860) 210-7490.
Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
