DR. CHARLES WHITLOW MD
NPI 1013941368
Colon & Rectal Surgery in New Orleans, LA

Active since July 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1514 JEFFERSON HWY, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121(504) 842-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Charles Whitlow Md NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES WHITLOW MD (NPI 1013941368) is an individual colon & rectal surgery provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.11460R) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013941368
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208C00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES WHITLOWCredential: MD
Location Address1514 JEFFERSON HWYNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429
Mailing Address1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429 · (504) 842-4000
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1013941368 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyColon & Rectal SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208C00000X
License Licensed in LA · MD.11460R
Definition
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
1514 JEFFERSON HWY, New Orleans, LA 70121

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINH15555
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified4E471LA
Medicaid1498238LA

Accepted 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

Dr. Charles Whitlow Md 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 ID2062550759
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091118000198
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 3

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.

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
34 services34 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
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.
22 services17 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70121 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
$86.76 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Surgery
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics, Critical Care)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121

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 Charles Whitlow's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Whitlow is 1013941368. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2006.

Where is Charles Whitlow located?

Charles Whitlow practices at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121. The listed phone number is (504) 842-4000.

What is Charles Whitlow's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Colon & Rectal Surgery with taxonomy code 208C00000X.

Is Charles Whitlow enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Whitlow 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 Charles Whitlow accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Charles Whitlow 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 Charles Whitlow affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charles Whitlow is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Whitlow was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.