DARRIN BLANE LETSINGER MD
NPI 1083822886
Anesthesiology in Alexandria, LA

Active since May 18, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1444 PETERMAN DR, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301(318) 442-5399(318) 442-1586 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 26, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Darrin Blane Letsinger Md NPPES

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

DARRIN BLANE LETSINGER MD (NPI 1083822886) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Alexandria, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (202017) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083822886
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDARRIN BLANE LETSINGERCredential: MD
Location Address1444 PETERMAN DRAlexandria, LA 71301-3432
Mailing AddressPo Box 5887Alexandria, LA 71307-5887 · (318) 442-5399 · Fax (318) 442-1586
Fax(318) 442-1586
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 18, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 26, 2011
NPI 1083822886 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in LA · 202017
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
1444 PETERMAN DR, Alexandria, LA 71301

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1164950LA
Medicare PIN4N179LA

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

Darrin Blane Letsinger 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 ID3072687714
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080730000105
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 5

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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
28 services28 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
26 services26 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
15 services15 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
15 services11 patients
Insertion of probe in esophagus for heart ultrasound 93313
This procedure involves placing a small probe in your esophagus. The probe, connected to an ultrasound machine, helps capture detailed images of your heart. This non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure provides valuable information about your heart's structure and function.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190019
Location3330 Masonic DriveAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1444 PETERMAN DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1444 PETERMAN DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1444 PETERMAN DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1444 PETERMAN DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1444 PETERMAN DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1444 PETERMAN DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1444 PETERMAN DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Anesthesiology
1444 PETERMAN DR
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301

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 Darrin Letsinger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darrin Letsinger is 1083822886. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 18, 2007.

Where is Darrin Letsinger located?

Darrin Letsinger practices at 1444 Peterman Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301. The listed phone number is (318) 442-5399.

What is Darrin Letsinger's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Darrin Letsinger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darrin Letsinger 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 Darrin Letsinger accept?

Health plans from CHRISTUS Health Plan and HMO Louisiana list Darrin Letsinger 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 Darrin Letsinger affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Darrin Letsinger is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darrin Letsinger was last updated on July 26, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.