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MR. TIMOTHY R BEST MD
NPI 1245212455
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Lake Charles, LA

Active since November 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
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CMS Quality Rating
707 DR. MICHAEL DEBAKEY DRIVE, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601(337) 433-0762(337) 433-4868 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 18, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Mr. Timothy R Best Md NPPES

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

MR. TIMOTHY R BEST MD (NPI 1245212455) is an individual neurology provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (07327R) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245212455
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameMR. TIMOTHY R BESTCredential: MD
Location Address707 DR. MICHAEL DEBAKEY DRIVELake Charles, LA 70601-5728
Mailing Address707 Dr. Michael Debakey DriveLake Charles, LA 70601-5728 · (337) 433-0762 · Fax (337) 433-4868
Phone(337) 433-0762
Fax(337) 433-4868
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateNovember 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 18, 2008
✔ NPI 1245212455 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 07327R
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
707 DR. MICHAEL DEBAKEY DRIVE, Lake Charles, LA 70601
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid1554375LA
Medicare PIN5H0717460
Medicare UPINE83371
Medicare PIN130022272
Medicare PIN5H071C529LA

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Timothy R Best 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 ID7214025964
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090113000827
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 11

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.
819 services439 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study 95886
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.
381 services202 patients
Nerve conduction, 9-10 studies 95911
Nerve conduction studies involve sending small electrical shocks through the skin to measure how quickly nerves transmit signals. This helps detect nerve damage. 9-10 studies mean this process will be repeated on different nerves to gather comprehensive data.
149 services146 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.
107 services107 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
89 services84 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy 95816
Measurement of brain wave activity, also known as an EEG, is a non-invasive test that records electrical patterns in your brain. This procedure is done when you're awake and drowsy to understand how your brain functions during different states of consciousness.
65 services59 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sulphur, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190013
Location701 East Cypress StreetSulphur, LA 70663 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Charles, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190027
Location524 Dr Michael Debakey DriveLake Charles, LA 70601 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services

Beauregard Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Deridder, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190050
Location600 S Pine StreetDeridder, LA 70634 · Beauregard County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Charles, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190060
Location1701 Oak Park BlvdLake Charles, LA 70601 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70601 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.

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MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

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 Timothy Best's NPI number?

The NPI number for Timothy Best is 1245212455. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 15, 2005.

Where is Timothy Best located?

Timothy Best practices at 707 Dr. Michael Debakey Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70601. The listed phone number is (337) 433-0762.

What is Timothy Best's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Timothy Best enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Timothy Best 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 Timothy Best accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, CHRISTUS Health Plan and HMO Louisiana list Timothy Best 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 Timothy Best affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Timothy Best is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital, Beauregard Memorial Hospital and Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Timothy Best was last updated on December 18, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.