MR. ARMANDO AGUINIGA PA-C
NPI 1477194215
Physician Assistant in Whittier, CA
NPI Status: Active since October 02, 2019
Contact Information
12291 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 302
WHITTIER, CA
ZIP 90606
Phone: (562) 698-0811
- Individual
- Male
- Physician Assistant
- PECOS Enrolled
About ARMANDO AGUINIGA
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Armando Aguiniga, a primary care provider established in Whittier, California with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1477194215 assigned on October 2019. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363A00000X with license number 57281 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1477194215
- Provider Name
- MR. ARMANDO AGUINIGA PA-C
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 12291 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 302 WHITTIER, CA 90606
- Location Phone
- (562) 698-0811
- Mailing Address
- 2921 S PINEHURST CT ONTARIO, CA 91761
- Mailing Phone
- (626) 646-9100
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 10-02-2019
- Last Update Date
- 05-08-2024
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Armando Aguiniga 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
- Taxonomy Code
- 363A00000X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- 57281
- License State
- CA
- Taxonomy Description
- A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
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 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Armando Aguiniga 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 of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance
Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth
Removal of tunneled central venous tube
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement
This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.
This service was performed 49 times for 42 patientsThis procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.
This service was performed 126 times for 38 patientsFine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is inserted into a growth to extract a small sample. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. This sample is then analyzed to determine the nature of the growth.
This service was performed 42 times for 41 patientsA tunneled central venous tube removal is a procedure to take out a long, thin tube that was previously placed in a large vein in your body. This tube helps deliver medication or nutrition. The removal is usually quick and done under local anesthesia.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsUltrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
This service was performed 16 times for 15 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 90606 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $96.36
- Minimum New Patient Price $62.96
- Maximum New Patient Price $187.6
- Average New Patient Copayment $24.09
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.74
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $46.9
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $77.96
- Minimum Established Patient Price $20.84
- Maximum Established Patient Price $153.61
- Average Established Patient Copayment $19.49
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.21
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $38.4
* 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 Validation Check Digit Calculation
The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.
| Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation. | |||||||||
| 1 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit. | |||||||||
| 2 | 4 | 14 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 2 | |
| Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24. | |||||||||
| 2 + 4 + 1 + 4 + 7 + 2 + 9 + 8 + 2 + 2 + 24 = 65 | |||||||||
| Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit. | |||||||||
| 70 - 65 = 5 | 5 | ||||||||
The NPI number 1477194215 is valid because the calculated check digit 5 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1477194215, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on October 02, 2019
The provider is located at 12291 Washington Blvd Ste 302 Whittier, Ca 90606 and the phone number is (562) 698-0811
The provider's speciality is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X
Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary 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.
Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $96.36 with an average copayment of $24.09 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $77.96 and an average copayment of 19.49. Please review your insurance plan or contact the provider directly to determine your specific costs.
The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance, Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance, Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth, Removal of tunneled central venous tube and Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement.
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