MEDEX AMBULANCE SERVICE
NPI 1851343537
Ambulance - Land Transport in Skokie, IL
NPI Status: Active since May 17, 2006
Contact Information
5650 HOWARD ST
SKOKIE, IL
ZIP 60077
Phone: (847) 673-6333
Fax: (847) 673-4520
- Organization
- Ambulance
- Land Transport
- CLIA Number: 14D2246799
- CLIA Cert. Type: Other - PRIVATE AMBULANCE SRV
- CLIA Exp. Date: 12-28-2025
About MEDEX AMBULANCE SERVICE
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Medex Ambulance Service, a provider established in Skokie, Illinois operating as a Ambulance, focusing in land transport . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1851343537 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 3416L0300X with license number 11 8955 (IL). The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 13 years ago. The provider's is doing business as Medex Ambulance Service. The authorized official of this NPI record is Ms. Lauren Rubinson (President & Ceo)
- NPI
- 1851343537
- Provider Legal Name
- MEDICAL EXPRESS AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC
- Other Organization Name
- MEDEX AMBULANCE SERVICE
- Other Name Type
- Doing Business As (3)
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 5650 HOWARD ST SKOKIE, IL 60077
- Location Phone
- (847) 673-6333
- Location Fax
- (847) 673-4520
- Mailing Address
- 5650 HOWARD ST SKOKIE, IL 60077
- Mailing Phone
- (847) 673-6333
- Mailing Fax
- (847) 673-4520
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 05-17-2006
- Last Update Date
- 09-10-2013
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Ambulance Land Transport
- Taxonomy Code
- 3416L0300X
- Type
- Transportation Services
- License No.
- 11 8955
- License State
- IL
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| =========001 | MEDICAID (05) | IL | |
| 404570 | MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04) | IL | MEDICARE PART B-WPS |
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.
Ambulance service, advanced life support, emergency transport, level 1 (als 1 - emergency)
Ambulance service, advanced life support, non-emergency transport, level 1 (als 1)
Ambulance service, basic life support, emergency transport (bls-emergency)
Ambulance service, basic life support, non-emergency transport, (bls)
Ground mileage, per statute mile
Specialty care transport (sct)
Ambulance Service, Advanced Life Support, Level 1 (ALS 1 - Emergency) is a critical care transport service for emergency situations. It includes a team of healthcare professionals equipped with advanced skills and tools to manage life-threatening conditions during transport.
This service was performed 274 times for 250 patientsAmbulance Service, Advanced Life Support, Non-Emergency Transport, Level 1 (ALS 1) is a medical transportation service for patients who don't have an immediate life-threatening condition but require advanced medical monitoring or interventions during the journey.
This service was performed 87 times for 76 patientsAmbulance service with basic life support (BLS-Emergency) provides immediate transport for patients in critical situations. Medical professionals on board deliver essential care like CPR, wound dressing, and oxygen therapy to stabilize patients during the journey.
This service was performed 303 times for 277 patientsBasic Life Support (BLS) non-emergency ambulance service provides safe transportation for patients who don't need immediate medical attention. It includes monitoring vital signs, ensuring comfort, and administering basic care during transport.
This service was performed 6,153 times for 3,716 patientsGround mileage per statute mile is a method of calculating the cost of transportation for medical services. It is used when a patient needs to be transported by ground ambulance. The cost is calculated per mile, from the pick-up location to the medical facility.
This service was performed 41,828 times for 4,303 patientsSpecialty Care Transport (SCT) is a level of medical transport service for critically ill or injured patients. It involves healthcare professionals with advanced skills and equipment to provide continuous care during transport, ensuring patient's safety and well-being.
This service was performed 380 times for 250 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
- 14D2246799
- Facility Type
- Other - PRIVATE AMBULANCE SRV
- Certificate Effective Date
- December 29, 2023
- Certificate Expiration Date
- December 28, 2025
- Laboratory Director
- CONSTANCE WATTS
- Certificate Type
- Certificate of Waiver
- Certificate Type Description
- This CLIA certificate is issued to Medex Ambulance Service to perform only waived tests. CLIA defines waived tests as simple tests with a low risk for an incorrect result. Waived tests include certain tests listed in CLIA regulations, tests cleared by the FDA for home use and tests approved by the FDA for waived status and that meet CLIA waiver criteria.
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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 1851343537, we treat the final digit (7) 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 63. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 63 = 7).
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 63 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1851343537, enumerated as an "organization" on May 17, 2006.
The provider is located at 5650 HOWARD ST SKOKIE, IL 60077 and the phone number is (847) 673-6333.
Ambulance with taxonomy code 3416L0300X and a focus in Land Transport.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
