JACOB BERMAN M.D.
NPI 1962897595
Dermatology in Tacoma, WA
NPI Status: Active since March 31, 2015
Contact Information
209 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY
TACOMA, WA
ZIP 98405
Phone: (253) 596-3300
Fax: (253) 596-3301
- Individual
- Male
- Dermatology
- Accepts Insurance
- PECOS Enrolled
About JACOB BERMAN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Jacob Berman, a provider established in Tacoma, Washington with a medical specialization in Dermatology. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1962897595 assigned on March 2015. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207N00000X with license number MD60981056 (WA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 5 years ago.
- NPI
- 1962897595
- Provider Name
- JACOB BERMAN M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 209 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY TACOMA, WA 98405
- Location Phone
- (253) 596-3300
- Location Fax
- (253) 596-3301
- Mailing Address
- 209 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY TACOMA, WA 98405
- Mailing Phone
- (253) 596-3300
- Mailing Fax
- (253) 596-3301
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 03-31-2015
- Last Update Date
- 06-15-2021
- Code Navigator
A dermatologist like Jacob Berman is a medical specialty involving the management of skin conditions and diseases. Dermatologists diagnose some sexually transmitted diseases, warts, cancer, acne, dermatitis and may offer cosmetic treatments, and therapies that reduce age spots and wrinkles.
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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
Dermatology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207N00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- MD60981056
- License State
- WA
- Taxonomy Description
- A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Altru Prime by Medica Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
- Altru Prime by Medica Bronze Share - HMO
- Altru Prime by Medica Expanded Bronze Standard - HMO
- Altru Prime by Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
- Altru Prime by Medica Gold Share - HMO
- Altru Prime by Medica Gold Standard - HMO
- Altru Prime by Medica Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
- Altru Prime by Medica Silver Share - HMO
- Altru Prime by Medica Silver Standard - HMO
- Medica Individual Choice Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
- Medica Individual Choice Bronze HSA - EPO
- Medica Individual Choice Bronze Share - EPO
- Medica Individual Choice Bronze Share - HMO
- Medica Individual Choice Expanded Bronze Standard - EPO
- Medica Individual Choice Expanded Bronze Standard - HMO
- Medica Individual Choice Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
- Medica Individual Choice Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
- Medica Individual Choice Gold Share - EPO
- Medica Individual Choice Gold Share - HMO
- Medica Individual Choice Gold Standard - EPO
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Jacob Berman 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.
Melanoma (skin cancer) excision
Melanoma excision is a procedure where a surgeon removes melanoma, a type of skin cancer, and some surrounding healthy tissue. Local anesthesia is applied to numb the area. The goal is to completely remove the cancer and prevent its spread. Healing time varies.
This service was performed for 1-10 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
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 98405 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $88.29
- Minimum New Patient Price $57.27
- Maximum New Patient Price $172.8
- Average New Patient Copayment $22.07
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.31
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $43.2
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $71.29
- Minimum Established Patient Price $18.56
- Maximum Established Patient Price $141.11
- Average Established Patient Copayment $17.82
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.64
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $35.27
* 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 1962897595, 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 75. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 75 = 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.
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 75 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 1962897595, enumerated as an "individual" on March 31, 2015.
The provider is located at 209 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY TACOMA, WA 98405 and the phone number is (253) 596-3300.
Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medica. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
