DR. WILLIAM PAUL LONG M.D.
NPI 1043368723
Pathology - Dermatopathology in Gretna, LA

Active since January 08, 2007PECOS Enrolled
75.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
1141 WHITNEY AVE, BUILDING 3, GRETNA, LA 70056(504) 361-3757(504) 361-3132 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. William Paul Long M.d. NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM PAUL LONG M.D. (NPI 1043368723) is an individual dermatopathology provider in Gretna, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (023755) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043368723
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZD0900X
Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM PAUL LONGCredential: M.D.
Location Address1141 WHITNEY AVE, BUILDING 3Gretna, LA 70056-5011
Mailing Address300 Audubon StNew Orleans, LA 70118-4906 · (504) 864-2039 · Fax (504) 361-3132
Fax(504) 361-3132
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateJanuary 8, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 2012
NPI 1043368723 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPathology · DermatopathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZD0900X
License Licensed in LA · 023755
Definition

A dermatopathologist is an expert in diagnosing and monitoring diseases of the skin including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic diseases. This entails the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue sections, cellular scrapings, and smears of skin lesions by means of light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy.

Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License 023755 (LA)
1141 WHITNEY AVE, Gretna, LA 70056

Other Identifiers 5

Medicare UPINH82850LA
Medicare PIN4F0986629LA
Medicaid04930021MS
Medicare PIN4F0987061LA
Medicaid1488437LA

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 (PECOS)

Dr. William Paul Long M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 7

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
5,573 services3,369 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
396 services342 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
298 services260 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
206 services159 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
192 services93 patients
Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure 88350
An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.
72 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70056 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.

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.

75.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality70.8
Improvement Activities40

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.

Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies (Customized Equipment)
1141 WHITNEY AVE, BLDG #4
GRETNA, LA 70056
Social Worker
1141 WHITNEY AVE, BLDG 4
GRETNA, LA 70056
Counselor
1141 WHITNEY AVE
GRETNA, LA 70056
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1141 WHITNEY AVE
GRETNA, LA 70056
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1141 WHITNEY AVE
GRETNA, LA 70056
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
1141 WHITNEY AVE, BUILDING 4
GRETNA, LA 70056
Counselor (Mental Health)
1141 WHITNEY AVE
GRETNA, LA 70056
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1141 WHITNEY AVE
GRETNA, LA 70056

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 William Long's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Long is 1043368723. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 8, 2007.

Where is William Long located?

William Long practices at 1141 Whitney Ave Building 3, Gretna, LA 70056. The listed phone number is (504) 361-3757.

What is William Long's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Dermatopathology, with taxonomy code 207ZD0900X.

Is William Long enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William Long is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does William Long accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and HMO Louisiana list William Long 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Long was last updated on June 15, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.