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VISHAL KUKKAR M.D
NPI 1164976601
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in New Orleans, LA

Active since August 13, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
89.89/100
CMS Quality Rating
1514 JEFFERSON HWY, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121(504) 842-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 24, 2025, Jul 5, 2019, Mar 17, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Vishal Kukkar M.d NPPES

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

VISHAL KUKKAR M.D (NPI 1164976601) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (345116) and active in the NPI registry since August 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164976601
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameVISHAL KUKKARCredential: M.D
Location Address1514 JEFFERSON HWYNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429
Mailing Address1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429 · (504) 842-3000
Phone(504) 842-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateAugust 13, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 24, 2025
✔ NPI 1164976601 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · 345116✔ Licensed in PA · MD458013✔ Licensed in MS · 35492✔ Licensed in TX · R8035
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
1514 JEFFERSON HWY, New Orleans, LA 70121
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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 Texas, HMO Louisiana.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

Vishal Kukkar M.d 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 ID840586681
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250702001160, I20250702001662
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 4

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
67 services55 patients
Ct scan of chest without contrast 71250
A CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.
32 services32 patients
Ct scan of chest without contrast 71250
A CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.
14 services14 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
13 services13 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 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

Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge

Acute Care Hospitals · Baton Rouge, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190202
Location17000 Medical Center DrBaton Rouge, LA 70816 · E. Baton Rouge County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

St Bernard Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chalmette, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190308
Location8000 West Judge Perez DriveChalmette, LA 70043 · St. Bernard County
Emergency services

Ochsner Rush Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Meridian, MS
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number250069
Location1314 19th AveMeridian, MS 39301 · Lauderdale 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.

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.

89.89/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality75.75
Promoting Interoperability100
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.

DR. WALTER JORDAN HOYT JR. M.D.
Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-3900
DANIELLE M PICKHAM M.D.
Surgery
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-3000
TAMMY ANN FRANCIPANE RNC CNNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics, Critical Care)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-4000
LINGLING DU M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-4000
DR. BRIAN THOMAS HALBERT M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-3910
ADRIENNE A. TRUXILLO NP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-3900
WENDY LYNN CAMBRE CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-3755
AIMEE ELISE HILTBOLD M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1514 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-4145

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 Vishal Kukkar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vishal Kukkar is 1164976601. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 13, 2016.

Where is Vishal Kukkar located?

Vishal Kukkar practices at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121. The listed phone number is (504) 842-3000.

What is Vishal Kukkar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Vishal Kukkar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vishal Kukkar 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 Vishal Kukkar accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and HMO Louisiana list Vishal Kukkar 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 Vishal Kukkar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vishal Kukkar is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner, St Bernard Parish Hospital and Ochsner Rush Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vishal Kukkar was last updated on June 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.