DR. GULSHAN K MINOCHA M.D.
NPI 1831190032
Specialist in Victoria, TX

NPI Status: Active since August 10, 2005

Contact Information

2700 CITIZENS PLZ
SUITE 406
VICTORIA, TX
ZIP 77901
Phone: (361) 572-0000
Fax: (361) 574-1787

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 54
  • Specialist
  • Accepts Insurance
  • May Accept Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About GULSHAN MINOCHA

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Gulshan Minocha, a provider established in Victoria, Texas with a medical specialization in Specialist and more than 54 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1831190032 assigned on August 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 174400000X with license number F6044 (TX). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 16 years ago.

NPI
1831190032
Provider Name
DR. GULSHAN K MINOCHA M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2700 CITIZENS PLZ SUITE 406 VICTORIA, TX 77901
Location Phone
(361) 572-0000
Location Fax
(361) 574-1787
Mailing Address
2700 CITIZENS PLZ SUITE 406 VICTORIA, TX 77901
Mailing Phone
(361) 572-0000
Mailing Fax
(361) 574-1787
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
1972
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
08-10-2005
Last Update Date
07-12-2010
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Specialist

Taxonomy Code
174400000X
Type
Other Service Providers
License No.
F6044
License State
TX
Taxonomy Description
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • CHRISTUS Bronze (2 Free PCP Visits, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze + Dental & Vision (2 Free PCP Visits, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze Essential - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze Essential (2 Free PCP Visits, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze Essential + Dental & Vision (2 Free PCP Visits, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze Essential Plus - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Catastrophic (3 Free PCP visits) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold + Dental & Vision + Fitness ($0 Deductible, $5 PCP, $0 Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold + Fitness ($0 Deductible, $5 PCP, $0 Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Essential - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Essential ($0 Rx Deductible, $5 PCP, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Essential + Dental & Vision ($0 Rx Deductible, $5 PCP, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Essential Plus - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Plus - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Silver Essential - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Silver Essential 70 ($5 PCP, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Silver Essential 70 + Dental & Vision ($5 PCP, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Silver Essential Plus - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Standard Expanded Bronze - HMO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Gulshan Minocha is registered with Medicare but maybe doesn't accept claims assignment. If you are a Medicare beneficiary call and confirm with the provider before seeking any services.

Gulshan Minocha 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

  • PECOS PAC ID: 6709919012

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20100805000969

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Maybe

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • 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

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips (HCPCS:A4253)

    8 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 83 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each (HCPCS:A7032)

    1 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 126 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap (HCPCS:A7034)

    1 DME suppliers used 26 Medicare Claims 26 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Headgear used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7035)

    1 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 17 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Tubing used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7037)

    1 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 17 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7038)

    1 DME suppliers used 24 Medicare Claims 139 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each (HCPCS:A7046)

    1 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

    Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

    1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Nebulizer, with compressor (HCPCS:E0570)

    1 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 20 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device (HCPCS:E0601)

    2 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 21 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

    1 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

    Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

    1 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 18 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service (HCPCS:K0553)

    4 DME suppliers used 25 Medicare Claims 25 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days (HCPCS:Q0513)

    2 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

Drugs Administered Through DME

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme (HCPCS:J7620)

    2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 870 Services Paid

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, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 28 times for 20 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 534 times for 148 patients

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Gulshan Minocha is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
CITIZENS MEDICAL CENTER2701 HOSPITAL DRIVE
VICTORIA, TX 77901
(361) 573-9181Acute Care Hospitals
DE TAR HOSPITAL NAVARRO506 E SAN ANTONIO ST
VICTORIA, TX 77901
(361) 575-7441Acute Care Hospitals

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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 1831190032, we treat the final digit (2) 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 58. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 58 = 2).

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

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 8 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 9 + 0 + 0 + 6 + 24 = 58

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

The next multiple of ten after 58 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 58 = 2
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 2, which matches the last digit of 1831190032.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 19 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 203
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Pediatrics (Adolescent Medicine)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 207
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Family Medicine
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 202
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 300
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Physician Assistant
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, STE 301
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Internal Medicine
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 204
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Orthopaedic Surgery
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 404
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Surgery
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 100
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 403
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, STE 300
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, STE 300
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 100
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, STE 300
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, STE 300
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Family Medicine
2700 CITIZENS PLZ
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Internal Medicine
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 400
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Family Medicine
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 100
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ
VICTORIA, TX 77901
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
2700 CITIZENS PLZ, SUITE 106
VICTORIA, TX 77901

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1831190032, enumerated as an "individual" on August 10, 2005.

The provider is located at 2700 CITIZENS PLZ SUITE 406 VICTORIA, TX 77901 and the phone number is (361) 572-0000.

Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: CHRISTUS Health Plan. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Gulshan Minocha is affiliated with: CITIZENS MEDICAL CENTER and DE TAR HOSPITAL NAVARRO.