DR. ERIC R TEPPER DPM
NPI 1851300651
Podiatrist in Sugarland, TX

NPI Status: Active since August 08, 2006

Contact Information

3143 HWY 6 SOUTH
SUGARLAND, TX
ZIP 77478
Phone: (281) 980-3668
Fax: (281) 980-1124

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Podiatrist

About ERIC TEPPER

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Eric Tepper, a provider established in Sugarland, Texas with a medical specialization in Podiatrist. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1851300651 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 213E00000X with license number 0776 (TX). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.

NPI
1851300651
Provider Name
DR. ERIC R TEPPER DPM
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
3143 HWY 6 SOUTH SUGARLAND, TX 77478
Location Phone
(281) 980-3668
Location Fax
(281) 980-1124
Mailing Address
3143 HIGHWAY 6 SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
Mailing Phone
(281) 980-3668
Mailing Fax
(281) 980-1124
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
08-08-2006
Last Update Date
02-03-2020
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A podiatrist like Eric Tepper provides medical and surgical care for people with foot, ankle, and lower leg issues. Podiatrists treat foot and ankle ailments like calluses, ingrown toenails, heel spurs, arthritis, congenital foot deformities, foot problems associated with diabetes and arch problems.

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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

Podiatrist

Taxonomy Code
213E00000X
Type
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
License No.
0776
License State
TX
Taxonomy Description
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
018800501MEDICAID (05)TX 

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 54 times for 41 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 35 times for 27 patients

Removal of inflamed or infected skin, up to 10% of body surface

This procedure involves the surgical removal of inflamed or infected skin covering up to 10% of your body surface. It's done to prevent the spread of infection and promote healing. Local or general anesthesia is used to ensure comfort during the process.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

X-ray of foot, 2 views

An X-ray of the foot, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the bones and structures inside your foot. Two different angles are used to provide a comprehensive view. This helps doctors diagnose fractures, infections, or other abnormalities.

This service was performed 26 times for 19 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 1851300651, we treat the final digit (1) 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 49. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (50 - 49 = 1).

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

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 8 + 1 + 0 + 1 + 6 + 0 + 0 + 6 + 1 + 0 + 24 = 49

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

The next multiple of ten after 49 is 50. The difference is the calculated check digit.

50 - 49 = 1
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 1, which matches the last digit of 1851300651.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1851300651, enumerated as an "individual" on August 08, 2006.

The provider is located at 3143 HWY 6 SOUTH SUGARLAND, TX 77478 and the phone number is (281) 980-3668.

Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213E00000X.

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