ARKANSAS SURGERY & ENDOSCOPY CENTER
NPI 1922068295
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in Pine Bluff, AR

NPI Status: Active since March 23, 2006

Contact Information

4800 HAZEL STREET
PINE BLUFF, AR
ZIP 71603
Phone: (870) 536-4800
Fax: (870) 534-5535

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  • Organization
  • Clinic/Center
  • Ambulatory Surgical
  • Accepts Insurance

About ARKANSAS SURGERY & ENDOSCOPY CENTER

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Arkansas Surgery & Endoscopy Center, a provider established in Pine Bluff, Arkansas operating as a Clinic/center, focusing in ambulatory surgical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1922068295 assigned on March 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 261QA1903X with license number R4495 (AR). The provider is registered as an organization and their NPI record was last updated May 2026. The provider's . The authorized official of this NPI record is Ahmed Samad (Ceo)

NPI
1922068295
Provider Legal Name
ARKANSAS SURGERY & ENDOSCOPY CENTER
Other Organization Name
Other Name Type
(6)
Entity Type
Organization
Location Address
4800 HAZEL STREET PINE BLUFF, AR 71603
Location Phone
(870) 536-4800
Location Fax
(870) 534-5535
Mailing Address
PO BOX 925 PINE BLUFF, AR 71613
Mailing Phone
(870) 536-4800
Mailing Fax
(870) 534-5535
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Is Organization Subpart?
No
Enumeration Date
03-23-2006
Last Update Date
05-28-2026
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Clinic/Center Ambulatory Surgical

Taxonomy Code
261QA1903X
Type
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
License No.
R4495
License State
AR

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)
1261QE0800XAmbulatory Health Care Facilities

Clinic/Center
Endoscopy

R4495 (AR)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Bronze Exp Standardized - PPO
  • Bronze Value - PPO
  • Catastrophic HSA - PPO
  • Gold Standardized - PPO
  • Gold Value - PPO
  • Silver AH - PPO
  • Silver Standardized - PPO
  • Dental Gold - PPO
  • Dental Gold Plus Vision - PPO
  • Dental Pediatric - PPO
  • HA Bronze Exp Standardized - POS
  • HA Bronze National - POS
  • HA Gold Premier National - POS
  • HA Gold Standardized - POS
  • HA Platinum Premier National - POS
  • HA Platinum Standardized - POS
  • HA Silver AH - POS
  • HA Silver Standardized - POS
  • Octave Bronze Exp Standardized - POS
  • Octave Bronze Value - POS
  • Octave Gold Classic National - POS
  • Octave Gold Standardized - POS
  • Octave Silver AH - POS
  • Octave Silver Standardized - POS

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Authorized Official

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Authorized Official Name

AHMED SAMAD

Authorized Official Title
CEO
Authorized Official Phone
(870) 692-0316

Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
490002996OTHER (01)RAILROAD MEDICARE
5938123OTHER (01)AETNA
128777128MEDICAID (05)AR 
11004OTHER (01)ARBLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD
6800006OTHER (01)UNITED HEALTHCARE

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

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 320 times for 281 patients

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope

A 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 215 times for 212 patients

Destruction of polyp or growth of large bowel using a flexible endoscope

This procedure involves the removal of a polyp or growth in the large bowel. A flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, is inserted through the rectum to visualize and remove the growth. This helps maintain bowel health and prevent complications.

This service was performed 17 times for 17 patients

Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope

This 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 23 times for 23 patients

Dilation of esophagus

Dilation of the esophagus is a procedure aimed to stretch or open up your esophagus (the tube connecting your mouth to your stomach) when it's narrow. It helps to improve swallowing and alleviate discomfort. It's typically performed using a flexible tube or balloon, under sedation.

This service was performed 19 times for 14 patients

Dilation of esophagus with insertion of guide wire using a flexible endoscope

This procedure involves expanding your esophagus using a flexible tube with a light, called an endoscope. A guide wire is then inserted to help navigate future treatments or procedures. It's a common method to address swallowing difficulties.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope

This is a procedure where a thin tube, called an endoscope, is gently passed through your mouth into your esophagus. A guide wire is then inserted to help widen any narrow areas. This helps improve swallowing and reduce discomfort.

This service was performed 79 times for 67 patients

Removal of large bowel tissue using a flexible endoscope

This procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible endoscope to examine and potentially remove tissue from the large intestine. The endoscope allows the doctor to view the bowel lining directly and remove any abnormal tissue for further analysis.

This service was performed 25 times for 24 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare

This procedure involves the use of a thin, flexible instrument called an endoscope to visualize and remove abnormal growths, known as polyps, from the esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. A tool called a mechanical snare is used to safely cut and remove these growths.

This service was performed 63 times for 57 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using a flexible endoscope with electrical cautery

This procedure involves using a flexible tube with a camera, called an endoscope, to view the large intestine. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, they are removed with an electrically-heated instrument. This is a common way to prevent bowel issues.

This service was performed 17 times for 17 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare

This 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.

This service was performed 164 times for 163 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 1922068295, 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 65. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 65 = 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.

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
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 8
2
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
5
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 8 → 16 → 7 9 → 18 → 9

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 + 1 + 6 + 2 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 65

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

The next multiple of ten after 65 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 65 = 5
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 5, which matches the last digit of 1922068295.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1922068295, enumerated as an "organization" on March 23, 2006.

The provider is located at 4800 HAZEL STREET PINE BLUFF, AR 71603 and the phone number is (870) 536-4800.

Clinic/Center with taxonomy code 261QA1903X and a focus in Ambulatory Surgical.

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