RHEA BHARGAVA
NPI 1245573310
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in New Orleans, LA

Active since March 27, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1430 TULANE AVE # 8545, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112(504) 988-5352 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 29, 2021, May 20, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Rhea Bhargava NPPES

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

RHEA BHARGAVA (NPI 1245573310) is an individual nephrology provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (328367) and active in the NPI registry since March 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245573310
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameRHEA BHARGAVA
Location Address1430 TULANE AVE # 8545New Orleans, LA 70112-2632
Mailing Address1430 Tulane Ave # 8545New Orleans, LA 70112-2632 · (504) 988-5352
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 24, 2021
NPI 1245573310 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
Licenses Licensed in LA · 328367 Licensed in MA · 268548
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
1430 TULANE AVE # 8545, New Orleans, LA 70112

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 14401 Wornall RdKansas City, MO 64111-3220 · Phone (816) 932-2107 · Fax (816) 932-2843
Location 2330 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215-5400 · Phone (617) 632-9880

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

Rhea Bhargava 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 ID9739482639
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211014000877
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 2

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
43 services21 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Medical Center New Orleans

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190005
Location2000 Canal StreetNew Orleans, LA 70112 · Orleans County
Emergency services

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70112 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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1430 TULANE AVE # 8545
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1430 TULANE AVE # 8545
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1430 TULANE AVE # 8545
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112

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 Rhea Bhargava's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rhea Bhargava is 1245573310. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2013.

Where is Rhea Bhargava located?

Rhea Bhargava practices at 1430 Tulane Ave # 8545, New Orleans, LA 70112. The listed phone number is (504) 988-5352.

What is Rhea Bhargava's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Rhea Bhargava enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rhea Bhargava 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 Rhea Bhargava accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 1 other insurer list Rhea Bhargava 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 Rhea Bhargava affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rhea Bhargava is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans and East Jefferson General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rhea Bhargava was last updated on September 29, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.