DR. DORIT A BEN-AMI M.D.
NPI 1922064153
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Roanoke, VA

NPI Status: Active since April 25, 2006

Contact Information

2017 S JEFFERSON ST
ROANOKE, VA
ZIP 24014
Phone: (540) 981-8025
Fax: (540) 853-0511

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 36
  • Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Psychiatry
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About DORIT BEN-AMI

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Dorit Ben-ami, a provider established in Roanoke, Virginia with a medical specialization in Psychiatry & Neurology, focusing in psychiatry and more than 36 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1922064153 assigned on April 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2084P0800X with license number MD483866 (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.

NPI
1922064153
Provider Name
DR. DORIT A BEN-AMI M.D.
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2017 S JEFFERSON ST ROANOKE, VA 24014
Location Phone
(540) 981-8025
Location Fax
(540) 853-0511
Mailing Address
213 S JEFFERSON ST STE 625 ROANOKE, VA 24011
Mailing Phone
(540) 224-5516
Mailing Fax
(540) 853-0511
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
1990
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
04-25-2006
Last Update Date
06-11-2025
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A psychiatrist like Dorit Ben-ami are primary mental health physicians diagnose and treat mental illnesses through psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, hospitalization and medication. Psychiatrist help patients find solutions through changes in their behavioral patterns, explorations of experiences, group and family therapy.

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Secondary Locations

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    Southfield, MI 48034
    (248) 514-4349
  • 1163 Country Club Rd
    Monongahela, PA 15063
    (724) 258-1000
  • 401 E Murphy Ave
    Connellsville, PA 15425
    (724) 628-1500

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

Psychiatry & Neurology Psychiatry

Taxonomy Code
2084P0800X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
MD483866
License State
PA
Taxonomy Description
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1174400000XOther Service Providers

Specialist

4301080508 (MI)
22084P0800XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatry & Neurology
Psychiatry

4301080508 (MI)
32084P0800XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatry & Neurology
Psychiatry

0101267232 (VA)

Insurance Plans Accepted

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Additional Identifiers

The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.

Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
0635361OTHER (01)MIBLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Dorit Ben-ami is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Dorit Ben-ami is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

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.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 446263313

    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: I20250618001456

    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? Yes

    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.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

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.

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 15 minutes

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

This service was performed 54 times for 20 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

This service was performed 92 times for 26 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $42.57 for a new patient copayment and $17.52 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 24014 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99205

  • Average New Patient Price $170.3
  • Minimum New Patient Price $56.19
  • Maximum New Patient Price $170.3
  • Average New Patient Copayment $42.57
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.04
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $42.57

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

  • Average Established Patient Price $70.08
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $18.07
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $138.91
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $17.52
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.51
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.72

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

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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 1922064153, we treat the final digit (3) 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 57. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 57 = 3).

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
9
Unchanged
Pos 3
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 4
2
Unchanged
Pos 5
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 6
6
Unchanged
Pos 7
4
Doubled → 8
Pos 8
1
Unchanged
Pos 9
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Check
3
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 2 → 4 0 → 0 4 → 8 5 → 10 → 1

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 9 + 4 + 2 + 0 + 6 + 8 + 1 + 1 + 0 + 24 = 57

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

The next multiple of ten after 57 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 57 = 3
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 3, which matches the last digit of 1922064153.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 4 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Nurse Practitioner
2017 S JEFFERSON ST
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
2017 S JEFFERSON ST
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
2017 S JEFFERSON ST
ROANOKE, VA 24014
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2017 S JEFFERSON ST, PSYCHIATRY RESIDENCY 1ST FLOOR
ROANOKE, VA 24014

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1922064153, enumerated as an "individual" on April 25, 2006.

The provider is located at 2017 S JEFFERSON ST ROANOKE, VA 24014 and the phone number is (540) 981-8025.

Psychiatry & Neurology with taxonomy code 2084P0800X and a focus in Psychiatry.

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