DR. SHEA A LONG AUD
NPI 1861008724
Audiologist in Anchorage, AK

NPI Status: Active since September 16, 2020

Contact Information

4200 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 302
ANCHORAGE, AK
ZIP 99508
Phone: (907) 561-1326
Fax: (907) 561-2865

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 6
  • Audiologist
  • May Accept Medicare Approved Payment

About SHEA LONG

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Shea Long, a provider established in Anchorage, Alaska with a medical specialization in Audiologist and more than 6 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1861008724 assigned on September 2020. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 231H00000X with license number 165956 (AK). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.

NPI
1861008724
Provider Name
DR. SHEA A LONG AUD
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
4200 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 302 ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Location Phone
(907) 561-1326
Location Fax
(907) 561-2865
Mailing Address
4200 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 302 ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Mailing Phone
(907) 561-1326
Mailing Fax
(907) 561-2865
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
2020
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
09-16-2020
Last Update Date
09-22-2020
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Audiologists like Shea Long are experts in diagnosing issues related to various parts of the ear, including the outer, middle, and inner ear. They can identify conditions like vertigo, balance issues, hearing loss, and tinnitus, offering treatments based on a patient’s specific condition and severity. These specialists use specialized equipment to assess the cause and extent of hearing impairments, employing tools like audiometers to evaluate the range of frequencies and volumes a person can hear. In addition, audiologists counsel patients and their families, providing advice on managing and adapting to hearing loss.

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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

Audiologist

Taxonomy Code
231H00000X
Type
Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
License No.
165956
License State
AK
Taxonomy Description
(1) A specialist in evaluation, habilitation and rehabilitation of those whose communication disorders center in whole or in part in hearing function. Audiologists are autonomous professionals who identify, assess, and manage disorders of the auditory, balance and other neural systems. Audiologists provide audiological (aural) rehabilitation to children and adults across the entire age span. Audiologists select, fit and dispense amplification systems such as hearing aids and related devices. (2) An audiologist is a person qualified by a master's degree in audiology, licensed by the state, where applicable, and practicing within the scope of that license. Audiologists evaluate and treat patients with impaired hearing. They plan, direct and conduct rehabilitative programs with audiotry substitutional devises (hearing aids) and other therapy.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Shea Long is registered with Medicare but maybe doesn't accept claims assignment. If you are a Medicare beneficiary call and confirm with the provider before seeking any services.

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: 4587084801

    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: I20201026001342

    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? Maybe

    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.

Analysis and programming of inner ear implant (7 years or older)

Analysis and programming of an inner ear implant involves checking the implant's functionality and adjusting its settings for optimal hearing. It's a non-invasive procedure that helps tailor the device to your unique hearing needs, improving your ability to perceive sound.

This service was performed 17 times for 15 patients

Analysis and reprogramming of inner ear implant (7 years or older)

An analysis and reprogramming of an inner ear implant involves checking the device's performance and adjusting its settings for optimal hearing. This non-invasive procedure helps ensure the implant continues to meet the patient's hearing needs.

This service was performed 75 times for 27 patients

Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test

A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.

This service was performed 133 times for 130 patients

Evaluation of hearing function related to surgically implanted hearing device, each additional 15 minutes

This procedure assesses how well your surgically implanted hearing device is working. It involves testing your hearing abilities for every additional 15 minutes. It helps in making necessary adjustments to improve your hearing experience.

This service was performed 19 times for 17 patients

Evaluation of hearing function related to surgically implanted hearing device, first hour

This procedure assesses how well your surgically implanted hearing device is working. It involves a series of tests conducted over an hour to measure your hearing ability and device performance. It's a crucial step in ensuring your hearing health.

This service was performed 62 times for 31 patients

Test for eardrum and muscle function

This test assesses the health of your eardrum and muscles linked to hearing. A small device is placed in your ear that creates pressure changes and sounds. Your ear's responses are recorded to determine if they are functioning properly.

This service was performed 70 times for 70 patients

Test to assess middle ear function

A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.

This service was performed 26 times for 26 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 1861008724, we treat the final digit (4) 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 56. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 56 = 4).

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
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 4
1
Unchanged
Pos 5
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 6
0
Unchanged
Pos 7
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 8
7
Unchanged
Pos 9
2
Doubled → 4
Check
4
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 6 → 12 → 3 0 → 0 8 → 16 → 7 2 → 4

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 8 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 0 + 0 + 1 + 6 + 7 + 4 + 24 = 56

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

The next multiple of ten after 56 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 56 = 4
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 4, which matches the last digit of 1861008724.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 2 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Audiologist
4200 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 302
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Audiologist
4200 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 302
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1861008724, enumerated as an "individual" on September 16, 2020.

The provider is located at 4200 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 302 ANCHORAGE, AK 99508 and the phone number is (907) 561-1326.

Audiologist with taxonomy code 231H00000X.