DR. MICHAEL PAUL WATSON M.D.
NPI 1245429471
General Practice in Monroe, LA

Q: What is Michael Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Watson is 1245429471. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2007.

Q: What is Michael Watson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is General Practice with taxonomy code 208D00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Watson was last updated on June 11, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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 October 24, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

8649 HIGHWAY 165 N STE 3, MONROE, LA 71203(318) 388-1662(318) 388-1666 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 11, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Michael Paul Watson M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL PAUL WATSON M.D. (NPI 1245429471) is an individual general practice provider in Monroe, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.012676) and active in the NPI registry since October 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Francis Medical Center, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245429471

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208D00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL PAUL WATSONCredential: M.D.

Location Address8649 HIGHWAY 165 N STE 3Monroe, LA 71203-8965

Mailing Address8649 Highway 165 N Ste 3Monroe, LA 71203-8965 · (318) 388-1662 · Fax (318) 388-1666

Phone(318) 388-1662

Fax(318) 388-1666

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 1974

Enumeration DateOctober 24, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJune 11, 2026

NPPES CertifiedJune 11, 2026

✔ NPI 1245429471 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyGeneral PracticeAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208D00000X

License✔ Licensed in LA · MD.012676

Definition

A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions. Source: National Uniform Claim Committee

8649 HIGHWAY 165 N STE 3, Monroe, LA 71203

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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, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Michael Paul Watson 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 ID941384697

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080220000165

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 3

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.

196 services63 patients

Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702

This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.

36 services13 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

25 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Francis Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroe, LA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number190125

Location309 Jackson StreetMonroe, LA 71201 · Ouachita County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Union General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Farmerville, LA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number191301

Location901 James AveFarmerville, LA 71241 · Union County

Emergency services

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$22.47 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

M. PAUL WATSON, M.D. A MEDICAL CORPORATION

Family Medicine

8649 HIGHWAY 165 N STE 3
MONROE, LA 71203

Ouachita Parish (318) 388-1662

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 Michael Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Watson is 1245429471. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2007.

Where is Michael Watson located?

Michael Watson practices at 8649 Highway 165 N Ste 3, Monroe, LA 71203. The listed phone number is (318) 388-1662.

What is Michael Watson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is General Practice with taxonomy code 208D00000X.

Is Michael Watson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Watson 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 Michael Watson accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Michael Watson 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 Michael Watson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Watson is affiliated with St Francis Medical Center and Union General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Watson was last updated on June 11, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.