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DR. KAY B KOVAC
NPI 1326159450
Family Medicine in Lake Providence, LA

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS Enrolled
300 SCARBOROUGH ST, LAKE PROVIDENCE, LA 71254(318) 559-2814 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 16, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Kay B Kovac NPPES

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

DR. KAY B KOVAC (NPI 1326159450) is an individual family medicine provider in Lake Providence, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (015059) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She 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 (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326159450
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KAY B KOVAC
Location Address300 SCARBOROUGH STLake Providence, LA 71254-3018
Mailing Address300 Scarborough StLake Providence, LA 71254-3018 · (318) 559-2814 · Fax (318) 559-4226
Phone(318) 559-2814
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 16, 2019
✔ NPI 1326159450 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 015059
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
300 SCARBOROUGH ST, Lake Providence, LA 71254
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1319929LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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 (PECOS)

Dr. Kay B Kovac is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8123168515
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091215000720
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 4

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 straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
146 services33 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
49 services33 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
33 services27 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
18 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

East Carroll Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Providence, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190208
Location336 North Hood StreetLake Providence, LA 71254 · East Carroll County
Emergency services

West Carroll Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Oak Grove, LA
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number191327
Location706 Ross StreetOak Grove, LA 71263 · West Carroll County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71254 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 15

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers39 claims98 services$5.66 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$71.10 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers17 claims17 services$66.43 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers32 claims32 services$19.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers67 claims68 services$7.90 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 suppliers88 claims88 services$111.12 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 5

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

KELLY CATHERINE RATLIFF FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
300 SCARBOROUGH ST
LAKE PROVIDENCE, LA 71254
East Carroll Parish (318) 559-2814
EAST CARROLL PARISH HOSPITAL
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
300 SCARBOROUGH ST
LAKE PROVIDENCE, LA 71254
East Carroll Parish (318) 231-5010
AMY GARRETT HALE RN,FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
300 SCARBOROUGH ST
LAKE PROVIDENCE, LA 71254
East Carroll Parish (318) 559-2814
DR. DONOVAN WILBUR BAILEY M.D.
Family Medicine
300 SCARBOROUGH ST
LAKE PROVIDENCE, LA 71254
East Carroll Parish (318) 559-2814
MRS. ERICA POWELL WATSON PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
300 SCARBOROUGH ST
LAKE PROVIDENCE, LA 71254
East Carroll Parish (318) 231-5010

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 Kay Kovac's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kay Kovac is 1326159450. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2006.

Where is Kay Kovac located?

Kay Kovac practices at 300 Scarborough St, Lake Providence, LA 71254. The listed phone number is (318) 559-2814.

What is Kay Kovac's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Kay Kovac enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kay Kovac is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Kay Kovac 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 2 other insurers list Kay Kovac 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 Kay Kovac affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kay Kovac is affiliated with St Francis Medical Center, East Carroll Parish Hospital and West Carroll Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kay Kovac was last updated on October 16, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.