ERICA A DIGGS MD
NPI 1033176169
Internal Medicine in New Orleans, LA

Active since May 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1514 JEFFERSON HWY, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121(504) 842-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 15, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Erica A Diggs Md NPPES

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

ERICA A DIGGS MD (NPI 1033176169) is an individual internal medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.023629) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center-kenner, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033176169
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameERICA A DIGGSCredential: MD
Location Address1514 JEFFERSON HWYNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429
Mailing Address1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429 · (504) 842-4000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateMay 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 15, 2010
NPI 1033176169 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in LA · MD.023629
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1514 JEFFERSON HWY, New Orleans, LA 70121

Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid1542717LA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified5H501LA
Medicaid07181551MS
Medicare PIN5H5017061LA
Medicare UPINH20524

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

Erica A Diggs 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 ID1951439553
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100430000672, I20251210004236
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
61 services23 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
33 services20 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner

Acute Care Hospitals · Kenner, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190274
Location180 West Esplanade AvenueKenner, LA 70065 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Watkins Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Quitman, MS
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number251316
Location605 South Archusa AvenueQuitman, MS 39355 · Clarke County
Emergency services

Ochsner Laird Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Union, MS
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number251322
Location25117 Highway 15Union, MS 39365 · Neshoba County
Emergency services

Ochsner Scott Regional

Critical Access Hospitals · Morton, MS
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number251323
Location317 Highway 13 SouthMorton, MS 39117 · Scott County
Emergency services

Ochsner Stennis Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · De Kalb, MS
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number251335
Location14365 Highway 16 WestDe Kalb, MS 39328 · Kemper County
Emergency services

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
$128.88 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.22 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.35 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $24.58 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$39.74 avg. paid by Medicare
Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$39.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$17.34 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Erica Diggs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Erica Diggs is 1033176169. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2006.

Where is Erica Diggs located?

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

What is Erica Diggs's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Erica Diggs enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Erica Diggs 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 Erica Diggs accept?

Health plans from CHRISTUS Health Plan, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Erica Diggs 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 Erica Diggs affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Erica Diggs is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner, Ochsner Watkins Hospital, Ochsner Laird Hospital, Ochsner Scott Regional and Ochsner Stennis Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Erica Diggs was last updated on March 15, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.