DR. MITCHELL GERARD DUGAS MD
NPI 1275568131
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Pensacola, FL

Active since July 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
123 BAPTIST WAY, PENSACOLA, FL 32503(448) 227-8478(448) 227-2100 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 3, 2025, Mar 17, 2018, Nov 29, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Mitchell Gerard Dugas Md NPPES

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

DR. MITCHELL GERARD DUGAS MD (NPI 1275568131) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Pensacola, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME129880) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275568131
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. MITCHELL GERARD DUGASCredential: MD
Location Address123 BAPTIST WAYPensacola, FL 32503-2254
Mailing AddressPo Box 95590South Jordan, UT 84095-0590
Fax(448) 227-2100
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1275568131 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME129880
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License ME129880 (FL), 024916 (LA)
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License ME129880 (FL)
123 BAPTIST WAY, Pensacola, FL 32503

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Mitchell Gerard Dugas 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 ID6507801768
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180201002200
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Mitchell Dugas reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Hematology & Oncology
125 BAPTIST WAY STE 6A
Pensacola, FL 32503
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 241 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hospitalist
123 BAPTIST WAY
Pensacola, FL 32503
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 150 clinicians in this Medicare group
Urgent Care
8888 NAVARRE PKWY STE 106
Navarre, FL 32566
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 69 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.
447 services208 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
263 services250 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.
142 services141 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
129 services76 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.
27 services27 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
23 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pensacola, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100093
Location123 Baptist WayPensacola, FL 32503 · Escambia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Gulf Breeze Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gulf Breeze, FL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number100266
Location1110 Gulf Breeze PkwyGulf Breeze, FL 32561 · Santa Rosa County
Emergency services

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers56 claims58 services$17.38 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers63 claims65 services$87.96 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 20

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

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
123 BAPTIST WAY
PENSACOLA, FL 32503
Physician Assistant
123 BAPTIST WAY
PENSACOLA, FL 32503
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
123 BAPTIST WAY
PENSACOLA, FL 32503
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
123 BAPTIST WAY
PENSACOLA, FL 32503
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
123 BAPTIST WAY
PENSACOLA, FL 32503
Dietitian, Registered
123 BAPTIST WAY
PENSACOLA, FL 32503
Anesthesiology
123 BAPTIST WAY
PENSACOLA, FL 32503
Obstetrics & Gynecology
123 BAPTIST WAY
PENSACOLA, FL 32503

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 Mitchell Dugas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mitchell Dugas is 1275568131. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2006.

Where is Mitchell Dugas located?

Mitchell Dugas practices at 123 Baptist Way, Pensacola, FL 32503. The listed phone number is (448) 227-8478.

What is Mitchell Dugas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Mitchell Dugas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mitchell Dugas 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Mitchell Dugas's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Mitchell Dugas reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Baptist Medical Group LLC (Pensacola, FL), Pensacola Hospitalist Physicians, LLC (Pensacola, FL) and Baptist Physician Associates LLC (Navarre, FL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Mitchell Dugas's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Mitchell Dugas accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Mitchell Dugas 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 Mitchell Dugas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Mitchell Dugas is affiliated with Baptist Hospital and Gulf Breeze Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mitchell Dugas was last updated on February 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.