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GEORGE T KESHELAVA M.D.
NPI 1255541975
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Covington, LA

Active since May 23, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
25.59/100
CMS Quality Rating
39 STARBRUSH CIR, COVINGTON, LA 70433(985) 871-4155(985) 871-4183 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 23, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 14, 2023, Jul 21, 2022, Jul 6, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About George T Keshelava M.d. NPPES

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

GEORGE T KESHELAVA M.D. (NPI 1255541975) is an individual infectious disease provider in Covington, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.210497) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255541975
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NameGEORGE T KESHELAVACredential: M.D.
Location Address39 STARBRUSH CIRCovington, LA 70433-7304
Mailing Address1810 Lindberg Dr Ste 2100Slidell, LA 70458-8160 · (985) 871-4155 · Fax (985) 871-4183
Phone(985) 871-4155
Fax(985) 871-4183
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 23, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 23, 2024
✔ NPI 1255541975 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD.210497
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
39 STARBRUSH CIR, Covington, LA 70433
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid1075914LA
Other374669ZKGQLA · Medicare Ptan
OtherP01381034LA · Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

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

George T Keshelava 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 ID6507957222
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070810000015
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.

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.
2,592 services236 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
2,315 services126 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.
305 services239 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
128 services118 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
41 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

North Oaks Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hammond, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190015
Location15790 Paul Vega MD DriveHammond, LA 70403 · Tangipahoa County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Tammany Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Covington, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190045
Location1202 S Tyler StreetCovington, LA 70433 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 70433 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.

25.59/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality30
Improvement Activities0
Cost11.98

Reported Quality Measures

Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
100%20 patients5/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
100%20 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

MRS. DANIELLE TRANCHINA APRN, ACNP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
39 STARBRUSH CIR
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 871-4155
ONCOLOGY RX
Pharmacy (Specialty Pharmacy)
39 STARBRUSH CIR
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 892-6957
FRANK VOELKER III MD
Internal Medicine
39 STARBRUSH CIR
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 871-4155
HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY SPECIALISTS LLC
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
39 STARBRUSH CIR
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 892-9090
MR. PRAMOD VIJAYAGOPAL MENON M.D.
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
39 STARBRUSH CIR
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 871-4155
DR. UMESH A PATEL MD, FACC
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
39 STARBRUSH CIR
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 871-4155
HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY SPECIALISTS LLC
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
39 STARBRUSH CIR
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 892-9090
FRANK J ARENA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
39 STARBRUSH CIR
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 871-4155

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 George Keshelava's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Keshelava is 1255541975. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2007.

Where is George Keshelava located?

George Keshelava practices at 39 Starbrush Cir, Covington, LA 70433. The listed phone number is (985) 871-4155.

What is George Keshelava's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is George Keshelava enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. George Keshelava 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 George Keshelava accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list George Keshelava 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 George Keshelava affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, George Keshelava is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, St Tammany Parish Hospital and East Jefferson General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for George Keshelava was last updated on October 23, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 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.