KEN PHILIP EHRHARDT JR.
NPI 1033571914
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Hammond, LA

Q: What is Ken Ehrhardt's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ken Ehrhardt is 1033571914. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2016.

Q: What is Ken Ehrhardt's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ken Ehrhardt was last updated on February 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 months 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.

Active since March 22, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

60.19/100

CMS Quality Rating

16070 DOCTORS BLVD, HAMMOND, LA 70403(985) 345-7246 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 17, 2025, Oct 22, 2018, Mar 22, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Ken Philip Ehrhardt Jr. NPPES

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

KEN PHILIP EHRHARDT JR. (NPI 1033571914) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Hammond, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (324535) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033571914

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameKEN PHILIP EHRHARDT JR.

Location Address16070 DOCTORS BLVDHammond, LA 70403-1478

Mailing Address16070 Doctors BlvdHammond, LA 70403-1478 · (985) 345-7246

Phone(985) 345-7246

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 17, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 17, 2025

✔ NPI 1033571914 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

License✔ Licensed in LA · 324535

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

16070 DOCTORS BLVD, Hammond, LA 70403

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ken Philip Ehrhardt Jr. 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 ID244520781

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210720001835

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Ken Ehrhardt reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Advanced Pain Institute, LLC

Specialist

16070 DOCTORS BLVD
Hammond, LA 70403

Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
16 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1790976975 (985) 345-7246

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

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.

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.

269 services118 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.

258 services107 patients

Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307

Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.

116 services67 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

40 services24 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

40 services24 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.

31 services31 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

23 services20 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

17 services12 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

15 services13 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

15 services13 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

14 services13 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

14 services13 patients

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152

This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.

14 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

North Oaks Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hammond, LA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number190015

Location15790 Paul Vega MD DriveHammond, LA 70403 · Tangipahoa County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Tammany Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Covington, LA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number190045

Location1202 S Tyler StreetCovington, LA 70433 · St. Tammany County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70403 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.

60.19/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

48.91

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

59.49

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

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