THE GUIDANCE CENTER OF WESTCHESTER, INC
NPI 1861506974
Community/Behavioral Health in Mount Vernon, NY
NPI Status: Active since August 18, 2006
Contact Information
256 WASHINGTON ST
MOUNT VERNON, NY
ZIP 10553
Phone: (914) 613-0700
- Organization
- Community/Behavioral Health
About THE GUIDANCE CENTER OF WESTCHESTER, INC
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for The Guidance Center Of Westchester, Inc, a provider established in Mount Vernon, New York operating as a Community/behavioral Health. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1861506974 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 251S00000X. The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. The provider's former legal business name is The Guidance Center, Inc. The authorized official of this NPI record is Ms. Amy Gelles (Executive Director)
- NPI
- 1861506974
- Provider Legal Name
- THE GUIDANCE CENTER OF WESTCHESTER, INC
- Other Organization Name
- THE GUIDANCE CENTER, INC
- Other Name Type
- Former Legal Business Name (4)
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 256 WASHINGTON ST MOUNT VERNON, NY 10553
- Location Phone
- (914) 613-0700
- Mailing Address
- 256 WASHINGTON ST MOUNT VERNON, NY 10553
- Mailing Phone
- (914) 613-0700
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 08-18-2006
- Last Update Date
- 05-21-2015
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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
Community/Behavioral Health
- Taxonomy Code
- 251S00000X
- Type
- Agencies
- License State
- NY
- Taxonomy Description
- A private or public agency usually under local government jurisdiction, responsible for assuring the delivery of community based mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and/or behavioral health services to individuals with those disabilities. Services may range from companion care, respite, transportation, community integration, crisis intervention and stabilization, supported employment, day support, prevocational services, residential support, therapeutic and supportive consultation, environmental modifications, intensive in-home therapy and day treatment, in addition to traditional mental health and behavioral treatment.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| WO2671 | MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04) | NY | |
| 00565848 | MEDICAID (05) | NY |
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.
Medication assisted treatment, methadone; weekly bundle including dispensing and/or administration, substance use counseling, individual and group therapy, and toxicology testing, if performed (provision of the services by a medicare-enrolled opioid treatm
Medication assisted treatment, weekly bundle not including the drug, including substance use counseling, individual and group therapy, and toxicology testing if performed (provision of the services by a medicare-enrolled opioid treatment program)
Periodic assessment; assessing periodically by qualified personnel to determine the most appropriate combination of services and treatment (provision of the services by a medicare-enrolled opioid treatment program); list separately in addition to code for
Take-home supply of methadone; up to 7 additional day supply (provision of the services by a medicare-enrolled opioid treatment program); list separately in addition to code for primary procedure
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) with methadone is a comprehensive approach to manage opioid addiction. It includes weekly methadone dispensing, substance use counseling, individual and group therapy sessions, and toxicology tests as needed, all provided by a Medicare-enrolled opioid treatment program.
This service was performed 733 times for 31 patientsMedication Assisted Treatment is a comprehensive program for managing substance use. It includes counseling (both individual and group), along with regular toxicology testing if required. This service is provided by a Medicare-enrolled opioid treatment program.
This service was performed 69 times for 20 patientsPeriodic assessment is a routine check-up by trained professionals to determine the best mix of services and treatments for your health needs. This is typically provided by a Medicare-enrolled opioid treatment program. It's listed separately in addition to your main treatment code. This ensures you receive the most suitable care for your situation.
This service was performed 58 times for 26 patientsThis service provides an additional 7-day supply of methadone, a medication used to treat opioid addiction, for patients to take at home. It's provided by a Medicare-enrolled opioid treatment program. This service is billed separately from the main treatment procedure.
This service was performed 498 times for 22 patientsReviews for THE GUIDANCE CENTER OF WESTCHESTER, INC
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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 1861506974, 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.
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 56 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
MOUNT VERNON, NY 10553
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1861506974, enumerated as an "organization" on August 18, 2006.
The provider is located at 256 WASHINGTON ST MOUNT VERNON, NY 10553 and the phone number is (914) 613-0700.
Community/Behavioral Health with taxonomy code 251S00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
