MR. NICHOLAS TAINTER DPT
NPI 1831445360
Physical Therapist - Orthopedic in Villanova, PA

NPI Status: Active since August 02, 2012

Contact Information

734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA
ZIP 19085
Phone: (610) 964-1700
Fax: (610) 688-2000

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 14
  • Physical Therapist
  • Orthopedic
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment

About NICHOLAS TAINTER

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Nicholas Tainter, a provider established in Villanova, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Physical Therapist, focusing in orthopedic and more than 14 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1831445360 assigned on August 2012. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2251X0800X with license number PT022069 (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 14 years ago.

NPI
1831445360
Provider Name
MR. NICHOLAS TAINTER DPT
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
734 E LANCASTER AVE VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Location Phone
(610) 964-1700
Location Fax
(610) 688-2000
Mailing Address
120 W GERMANTOWN PIKE SUITE 100 PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Mailing Phone
(610) 270-0370
Mailing Fax
(610) 688-2000
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
2012
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
08-02-2012
Last Update Date
08-02-2012
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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

Physical Therapist Orthopedic

Taxonomy Code
2251X0800X
Type
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
License No.
PT022069
License State
PA
Taxonomy Description
A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science; pathology/pathophysiology, pain science, medical and surgical considerations, orthopaedic physical therapy theory and practice, and critical inquiry for evidence-based practice.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Nicholas Tainter is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

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.

  • PECOS PAC ID: 9739337684

    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: I20120918000462

    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? Yes

    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.

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.

Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes

This therapy helps retrain your brain, nerves, and muscles to work together. Through targeted exercises, your body learns to regain lost functions or improve current abilities. Each session lasts 15 minutes.

This service was performed 242 times for 24 patients

Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes

This therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.

This service was performed 179 times for 22 patients

Therapy procedure using functional activities

A therapy procedure using functional activities encourages you to use your own body movements in day-to-day tasks to aid recovery. It aims to improve your mobility, strength, and overall health by incorporating therapeutic exercises into your routine.

This service was performed 238 times for 24 patients

Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes

This therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.

This service was performed 315 times for 30 patients

Training for self-care or home management, each 15 minutes

This service involves training sessions, each lasting 15 minutes, focused on teaching you essential self-care or home management skills. You'll learn techniques to manage your health condition at home, promoting independence and enhancing your quality of life.

This service was performed 13 times for 12 patients

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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 1831445360, we treat the final digit (0) 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 60. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 60 = 0).

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
4
Doubled → 8
Pos 6
4
Unchanged
Pos 7
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 8
3
Unchanged
Pos 9
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Check
0
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 4 → 8 5 → 10 → 1 6 → 12 → 3

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 8 + 6 + 1 + 8 + 4 + 1 + 0 + 3 + 1 + 2 + 24 = 60

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

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

60 - 60 = 0
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 0, which matches the last digit of 1831445360.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 15 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Physical Therapist
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Specialist
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Physical Therapist
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Podiatrist
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Physical Therapist
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Physical Therapist
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
734 E LANCASTER AVE
VILLANOVA, PA 19085

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1831445360, enumerated as an "individual" on August 02, 2012.

The provider is located at 734 E LANCASTER AVE VILLANOVA, PA 19085 and the phone number is (610) 964-1700.

Physical Therapist with taxonomy code 2251X0800X and a focus in Orthopedic.