DERMATOPATHOLOGY REFERENCE LAB
NPI 1831231745
Clinical Medical Laboratory in Lexington, KY
NPI Status: Active since February 14, 2007
Contact Information
250 FOUNTAIN CT
LEXINGTON, KY
ZIP 40509
Phone: (859) 263-4444
Fax: (859) 543-8867
- Organization
- Clinical Medical Laboratory
- CLIA Number: 18D0323425
- CLIA Cert. Type: Physician Office
- CLIA Exp. Date: 07-22-2026
About DERMATOPATHOLOGY REFERENCE LAB
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Dermatopathology Reference Lab, a provider established in Lexington, Kentucky operating as a Clinical Medical Laboratory. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1831231745 assigned on February 2007. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 291U00000X with license number 200197 (KY). The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. The provider's is doing business as Dermatopathology Reference Lab. The authorized official of this NPI record is Dr. Fernando De Castro M.d. (Medical Director)
- NPI
- 1831231745
- Provider Legal Name
- DERMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF KENTUCKY, PSC
- Other Organization Name
- DERMATOPATHOLOGY REFERENCE LAB
- Other Name Type
- Doing Business As (3)
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 250 FOUNTAIN CT LEXINGTON, KY 40509
- Location Phone
- (859) 263-4444
- Location Fax
- (859) 543-8867
- Mailing Address
- 250 FOUNTAIN CT LEXINGTON, KY 40509
- Mailing Phone
- (859) 263-4444
- Mailing Fax
- (859) 543-8867
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 02-14-2007
- Last Update Date
- 08-02-2022
- Code Navigator
Establishments like Dermatopathology Reference Lab are healthcare facilities that may perform a wide range of laboratory procedures, assisted by doctors and medical technologists. Laboratories can be categorized according to their function as common diagnostic labs or specialty labs that conduct specialized or confirmatory tests. Different clinical laboratories could specialize in clinical chemistry, clinical microbiology, hematology, serology, clinical microscopy, cytopathology, molecular biology, or public health. Please inquire directly with this provider to confirm their test menu.
Clinical labs in the U.S. that perform human testing are regulated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program. The purpose of the CLIA program is to guarantee the quality of laboratory testing. This provider has a CLIA number assigned, and undergoes regular inspections to ensure compliance and quality.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Clinical Medical Laboratory
- Taxonomy Code
- 291U00000X
- Type
- Laboratories
- License No.
- 200197
- License State
- KY
- Taxonomy Description
- (1) A clinical laboratory is a facility for the biological, microbiological, serological, chemical, immunohematological, hematological, biophysical, cytological, pathological, or other examination of materials derived from the human body for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, human beings. These examinations also include procedures to determine, measure, or otherwise describe the presence or absence of various substances or organisms in the body. Facilities only collecting or preparing specimens (or both) or only serving as a mailing service and not performing testing are not considered clinical laboratories. (2) Any facility that examines materials from the human body for purposes of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, or the assessment of, the health of human beings. Typical divisions of a clinical laboratory include hematology, cytology, bacteriology, histology, biochemistry, medical toxicology, and serology.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0350069 | OTHER (01) | KY | UNITED HEALTHCARE |
| 37000163 | MEDICAID (05) | KY | |
| C03011 | OTHER (01) | CUMBERLAND HEALTHCARE | |
| 000000179530 | OTHER (01) | KY | ANTHEM BLUE CROSS & BLUE SHIELD |
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.
Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure
Antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report
An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.
This service was performed 262 times for 85 patientsAn antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure is a laboratory test. It's designed to identify specific proteins, or antibodies, in your body. This can help diagnose certain conditions or monitor your immune system's response to treatments. The procedure involves staining a single type of antibody for detection.
This service was performed 87 times for 85 patientsA pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
This service was performed 5,141 times for 3,039 patientsA pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
This service was performed 157 times for 144 patientsSpecial stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
This service was performed 57 times for 27 patientsThis procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
This service was performed 143 times for 137 patientsThis service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
This service was performed 64 times for 58 patientsCLIA Information
The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:
- CLIA Number
- 18D0323425
- Facility Type
- Physician Office
- Certificate Effective Date
- July 23, 2024
- Certificate Expiration Date
- July 22, 2026
- Laboratory Director
- DR. FERNANDO DE CASTRO
- Certificate Type
- Certificate of Accreditation
- Certificate Type Description
- This is a CLIA certificate is issued to Dermatopathology Reference Lab on the basis of the laboratory's accreditation by an accreditation organization approved by CMS. This type of certificate is issued to a laboratories tha perform nonwaived (moderate and/or high complexity) testing.
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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 1831231745, we treat the final digit (5) 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 65. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 65 = 5).
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 65 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1831231745, enumerated as an "organization" on February 14, 2007.
The provider is located at 250 FOUNTAIN CT LEXINGTON, KY 40509 and the phone number is (859) 263-4444.
Clinical Medical Laboratory with taxonomy code 291U00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
