DIGESTIVE CARE MEDICAL CENTER INC
NPI 1891889945
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in San Carlos, CA
NPI Status: Active since October 03, 2006
Contact Information
1000A LAUREL STREET
SAN CARLOS, CA
ZIP 94070
Phone: (650) 596-8800
Fax: (650) 596-8802
Some details in this NPI profile have been updated in the NPI registry within the last 30 days.
- Organization
- Clinic/Center
- Ambulatory Surgical
About DIGESTIVE CARE MEDICAL CENTER INC
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Digestive Care Medical Center Inc, a provider established in San Carlos, California operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in ambulatory surgical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1891889945 assigned on October 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QA1903X with license number G71807 (CA). The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated June 2026. The authorized official of this NPI record is Dr. Scott David Levenson Md (President)
- NPI
- 1891889945
- Provider Name
- DIGESTIVE CARE MEDICAL CENTER INC
- Entity Type
- Organization
- Location Address
- 1000A LAUREL STREET SAN CARLOS, CA 94070
- Location Phone
- (650) 596-8800
- Location Fax
- (650) 596-8802
- Mailing Address
- 1000 LAUREL ST SAN CARLOS, CA 94070
- Mailing Phone
- (650) 596-8118
- Mailing Fax
- (650) 596-8802
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Is Organization Subpart?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 10-03-2006
- Last Update Date
- 06-05-2026
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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
Clinic/Center Ambulatory Surgical
- Taxonomy Code
- 261QA1903X
- Type
- Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
- License No.
- G71807
- License State
- CA
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.
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope
Removal of external hemorrhoids by rubber banding
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
This service was performed 159 times for 157 patientsA biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
This service was performed 99 times for 99 patientsColorectal cancer screening, specifically a colonoscopy, is a preventive measure for those at high risk. A thin, flexible tube with a camera inspects the colon to spot any abnormal growths. This test helps detect potential issues early, enhancing the effectiveness of treatment.
This service was performed 68 times for 68 patientsColorectal cancer screening, such as a colonoscopy, is a preventive measure to detect early signs of cancer in the large intestine. For individuals not at high risk, it's typically recommended at age 50. A small, flexible tube with a camera is used to examine your colon. It's a safe, effective way to catch issues early.
This service was performed 34 times for 34 patientsThis procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine the large intestine. It helps detect any abnormalities such as polyps or inflammation. It's a standard procedure to ensure gut health.
This service was performed 48 times for 48 patientsRubber band ligation is a procedure used to treat external hemorrhoids. A doctor places small rubber bands around the base of the hemorrhoids. This cuts off blood supply, causing them to shrink and fall off, typically within a week.
This service was performed 102 times for 48 patientsThis procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
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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 1891889945, we treat the final digit (5) 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 85. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (90 - 85 = 5).
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 85 is 90. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1891889945, enumerated as an "organization" on October 03, 2006.
The provider is located at 1000A LAUREL STREET SAN CARLOS, CA 94070 and the phone number is (650) 596-8800.
Clinic/Center with taxonomy code 261QA1903X and a focus in Ambulatory Surgical.
