PATRICK C ASTOURIAN MS PA-C
NPI 1932294279
Physician Assistant - Medical in La Mesa, CA
NPI Status: Active since October 03, 2006
Contact Information
5565 GROSSMONT CENTER DR
BUILDING 3 SUITE 256
LA MESA, CA
ZIP 91942
Phone: (619) 462-3131
Fax: (619) 462-1731
- Individual
- Male
- Physician Assistant
- Medical
- PECOS Enrolled
About PATRICK ASTOURIAN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Patrick Astourian, a primary care provider established in La Mesa, California with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant, focusing in medical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1932294279 assigned on October 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363AM0700X with license number PA16654 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 7 years ago.
- NPI
- 1932294279
- Provider Name
- PATRICK C ASTOURIAN MS PA-C
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 5565 GROSSMONT CENTER DR BUILDING 3 SUITE 256 LA MESA, CA 91942
- Location Phone
- (619) 462-3131
- Location Fax
- (619) 462-1731
- Mailing Address
- 2946 HOLLY RD ALPINE, CA 91901
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 10-03-2006
- Last Update Date
- 09-07-2019
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like Patrick Astourian sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc .
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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
Physician Assistant Medical
- Taxonomy Code
- 363AM0700X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- PA16654
- License State
- CA
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 174400000X | Other Service Providers | Specialist | PA16654 (CA) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| GR0104522 | MEDICAID (05) | CA |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Patrick Astourian 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
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.
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance
Complete ultrasound scan of joint
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Hyaluronan or derivitive, genvisc 850, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
This service was performed 59 times for 23 patientsA complete ultrasound scan of a joint is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to create images of your joint. It helps identify problems like inflammation, injury, or disease. It's painless, safe, and doesn't involve radiation.
This service was performed 29 times for 22 patientsThis 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 26 times for 22 patientsGenvisc 850 is an injection containing hyaluronan, a substance naturally found in your joints. It helps to lubricate and cushion your joints. This treatment is used to relieve knee pain due to osteoarthritis when other treatments have not worked.
This service was performed 1,300 times for 19 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
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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 1932294279, 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 71. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 71 = 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.
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 71 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1932294279, enumerated as an "individual" on October 03, 2006.
The provider is located at 5565 GROSSMONT CENTER DR BUILDING 3 SUITE 256 LA MESA, CA 91942 and the phone number is (619) 462-3131.
Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363AM0700X and a focus in Medical.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
