DR. AARON CZEKAJ DPM
NPI 1922261379
Podiatrist - Foot Surgery in Buffalo, NY

NPI Status: Active since July 07, 2008

Contact Information

881 RICHMOND AVE
BUFFALO, NY
ZIP 14222
Phone: (305) 788-9889

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Podiatrist
  • Foot Surgery
  • PECOS Enrolled

About AARON CZEKAJ

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Aaron Czekaj, a provider established in Buffalo, New York with a medical specialization in Podiatrist, focusing in foot surgery . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1922261379 assigned on July 2008. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 213ES0131X with license number 006363 (NY). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 7 years ago. The organization operates as a Single Specialty Group with one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.

NPI
1922261379
Provider Name
DR. AARON CZEKAJ DPM
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
881 RICHMOND AVE BUFFALO, NY 14222
Location Phone
(305) 788-9889
Mailing Address
881 RICHMOND AVE BUFFALO, NY 14222
Mailing Phone
(305) 788-9889
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
07-07-2008
Last Update Date
01-30-2019
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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

Podiatrist Foot Surgery

Taxonomy Code
213ES0131X
Type
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
License No.
006363
License State
NY

Group Taxonomy 193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

This provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Aaron Czekaj 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: Durable Medical Equipment (DME).

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

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: No

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

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): No

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: No

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 35 times for 28 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 10 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

This service was performed 524 times for 483 patients

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails

This procedure involves the careful removal of 1-5 nails from fingers or toes. It's typically done to treat conditions like ingrown nails, fungal infections, or damaged nails. Local anesthesia is used for comfort, and the area heals over time with appropriate care.

This service was performed 12 times for 12 patients

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails

This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.

This service was performed 510 times for 478 patients

Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth

This procedure involves the removal of a thickened skin growth that is not cancerous. A healthcare professional will safely extract the growth, usually under local anesthesia. This process helps maintain skin health and prevent potential complications.

This service was performed 50 times for 49 patients

Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths

This procedure involves the safe removal of 2-4 noncancerous thickened skin growths. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The process helps to alleviate discomfort and prevent potential complications. It's a standard, low-risk procedure.

This service was performed 38 times for 37 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 1922261379, we treat the final digit (9) 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 61. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 61 = 9).

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
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 6
6
Unchanged
Pos 7
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 8
3
Unchanged
Pos 9
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Check
9
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 2 → 4 1 → 2 7 → 14 → 5

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

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

2 + 9 + 4 + 2 + 4 + 6 + 2 + 3 + 1 + 4 + 24 = 61

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

The next multiple of ten after 61 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 61 = 9
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 9, which matches the last digit of 1922261379.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 1 provider is registered at the same or a nearby location.

Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
881 RICHMOND AVE
BUFFALO, NY 14222

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1922261379, enumerated as an "individual" on July 07, 2008.

The provider is located at 881 RICHMOND AVE BUFFALO, NY 14222 and the phone number is (305) 788-9889.

Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213ES0131X and a focus in Foot Surgery.