DR. DAVID BYRON COWARD M.D.
NPI 1831205426
Orthopaedic Surgery in Sacramento, CA

NPI Status: Active since August 23, 2006

Contact Information

2801 K ST STE 310
SACRAMENTO, CA
ZIP 95816
Phone: (916) 454-6677
Fax: (916) 733-8741

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Orthopaedic Surgery

About DAVID COWARD

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for David Coward, a provider established in Sacramento, California with a medical specialization in Orthopaedic Surgery. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1831205426 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207X00000X with license number G39598 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.

NPI
1831205426
Provider Name
DR. DAVID BYRON COWARD M.D.
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2801 K ST STE 310 SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Location Phone
(916) 454-6677
Location Fax
(916) 733-8741
Mailing Address
222 PALISADES SIERRA OAKS LANE SACRAMENTO, CA 95825
Mailing Phone
(916) 947-5691
Mailing Fax
(916) 733-8741
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
08-23-2006
Last Update Date
02-03-2020
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Orthopaedic Surgery

Taxonomy Code
207X00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
G39598
License State
CA
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.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207XX0005XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Orthopaedic Surgery
Sports Medicine

G39598 (CA)

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
200003438OTHER (01)CARAILROAD MEDICARE #
170865900OTHER (01)CAUS DEPT OF LABOR
ZZZ00355ZOTHER (01)CABLUE SHIELD OF CALIF.
GR0064540MEDICAID (05)CA 

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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 1831205426, 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
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 4
1
Unchanged
Pos 5
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 6
0
Unchanged
Pos 7
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 8
4
Unchanged
Pos 9
2
Doubled → 4
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 3 → 6 2 → 4 5 → 10 → 1 2 → 4

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 8 + 6 + 1 + 4 + 0 + 1 + 0 + 4 + 4 + 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 1831205426.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 6 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Physician Assistant
2801 K ST STE 310
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Occupational Therapist (Hand)
2801 K ST STE 310
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Orthopaedic Surgery
2801 K ST STE 310
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Orthopaedic Surgery
2801 K ST STE 310
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Orthopaedic Surgery (Foot and Ankle Surgery)
2801 K ST STE 310
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
2801 K ST STE 310
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1831205426, enumerated as an "individual" on August 23, 2006.

The provider is located at 2801 K ST STE 310 SACRAMENTO, CA 95816 and the phone number is (916) 454-6677.

Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

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