DR. ASHOK J BHARUCHA MD
NPI 1932171071
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in South Abington Township, PA

NPI Status: Active since February 03, 2006

Contact Information

143 EDGEWOOD DR W
SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA
ZIP 18411
Phone: (570) 989-1921
Fax: (814) 690-2151

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Psychiatry

About ASHOK BHARUCHA

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Ashok Bharucha, a provider established in South Abington Township, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Psychiatry & Neurology, focusing in psychiatry . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1932171071 assigned on February 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2084P0800X with license number MD070573L (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 5 years ago.

NPI
1932171071
Provider Name
DR. ASHOK J BHARUCHA MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
143 EDGEWOOD DR W SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA 18411
Location Phone
(570) 989-1921
Location Fax
(814) 690-2151
Mailing Address
143 EDGEWOOD DR W SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA 18411
Mailing Phone
(570) 989-1921
Mailing Fax
(814) 690-2151
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
02-03-2006
Last Update Date
03-23-2021
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A psychiatrist like Ashok Bharucha 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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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.
MD070573L
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)
12084P0805XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatry & Neurology
Geriatric Psychiatry

MD070573L (PA)

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 17 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 64 times for 23 patients

Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services

A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services is a comprehensive assessment. It includes a detailed examination of your mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as your personal and family history. This evaluation aids in creating an effective treatment plan.

This service was performed 27 times for 27 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 1932171071, we treat the final digit (1) 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 59. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 59 = 1).

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
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 4
2
Unchanged
Pos 5
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 6
7
Unchanged
Pos 7
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 8
0
Unchanged
Pos 9
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Check
1
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 3 → 6 1 → 2 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 + 6 + 2 + 2 + 7 + 2 + 0 + 1 + 4 + 24 = 59

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

The next multiple of ten after 59 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 59 = 1
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 1, which matches the last digit of 1932171071.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1932171071, enumerated as an "individual" on February 03, 2006.

The provider is located at 143 EDGEWOOD DR W SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA 18411 and the phone number is (570) 989-1921.

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