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KYLA LOKITZ M.D.
NPI 1013132653
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Shreveport, LA

Active since April 17, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.35/100
CMS Quality Rating
8508 LINE AVE STE C, SHREVEPORT, LA 71106(318) 219-7704(318) 219-7752 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 29, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 29, 2022, Jun 8, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Kyla Lokitz M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

KYLA LOKITZ M.D. (NPI 1013132653) is an individual rheumatology provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (202146) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Natchitoches Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013132653
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameKYLA LOKITZCredential: M.D.
Location Address8508 LINE AVE STE CShreveport, LA 71106-6131
Mailing Address8508 Line Ave Ste CShreveport, LA 71106-6131 · (318) 219-7704 · Fax (318) 219-7752
Phone(318) 219-7704
Fax(318) 219-7752
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateApril 17, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 29, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 29, 2022
✔ NPI 1013132653 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 202146
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
8508 LINE AVE STE C, Shreveport, LA 71106
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Other Identifiers 2

OtherP01005688LA · Railroad Medicare
Medicaid1060828LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kyla Lokitz M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2365620010
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110628000178
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection, denosumab, 1 mg J0897
Denosumab is a medication given via injection to strengthen your bones. It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone, improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures. It's often used for osteoporosis treatment.
5,400 services50 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
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.
1,172 services508 patients
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle 96401
This procedure involves giving anti-cancer drugs, which don't contain hormones, into the muscle or under the skin. These drugs help to stop the growth of cancer cells. The process is usually quick and done by a healthcare professional.
152 services60 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
111 services111 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Natchitoches Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Natchitoches, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190007
Location501 Keyser AveNatchitoches, LA 71457 · Natchitoches County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Springhill Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Springhill, LA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190088
Location2001 Doctors DriveSpringhill, LA 71075 · Webster County
Emergency services

Willis Knighton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190111
Location2600 Greenwood RoadShreveport, LA 71103 · Caddo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Minden Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minden, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190144
LocationNo 1 Medical PlazaMinden, LA 71055 · Webster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus St Michael Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Texarkana, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450801
Location2600 St Michael DrTexarkana, TX 75503 · Bowie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71106 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

85.35/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality78.28
Promoting Interoperability91
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%5,258 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%2,233 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Functional Status Assessment
100%258 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Glucocorticoid Management
100%258 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Periodic Assessment of Disease Activity
100%258 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age
77%417 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LOUISIANA ARTHRITIS AND RHEUMATOLOGY,LLC
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
8508 LINE AVE STE C
SHREVEPORT, LA 71106
Caddo Parish (318) 219-7704

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Kyla Lokitz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kyla Lokitz is 1013132653. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 17, 2007.

Where is Kyla Lokitz located?

Kyla Lokitz practices at 8508 Line Ave Ste C, Shreveport, LA 71106. The listed phone number is (318) 219-7704.

What is Kyla Lokitz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Kyla Lokitz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kyla Lokitz is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Kyla Lokitz accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 1 other insurer list Kyla Lokitz as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Kyla Lokitz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kyla Lokitz is affiliated with Natchitoches Regional Medical Center, Springhill Medical Center, Willis Knighton Medical Center, Minden Medical Center and Christus St Michael Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kyla Lokitz was last updated on August 29, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.