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CHRISTOPHER MERCADEL JR. PA
NPI 1346777166
Physician Assistant in New Orleans, LA

Active since May 11, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121(504) 736-4800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 11, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Christopher Mercadel Jr. Pa NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER MERCADEL JR. PA (NPI 1346777166) is an individual physician assistant in New Orleans, Louisiana and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346777166
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER MERCADEL JR.Credential: PA
Location Address1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWYNew Orleans, LA 70121-1011
Mailing Address8 Melodia CtNew Orleans, LA 70125-4928
Phone(504) 736-4800
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2017
✔ NPI 1346777166 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY, New Orleans, LA 70121
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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

Christopher Mercadel Jr. Pa 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 ID9739451188
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170818001833
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.

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
55 services27 patients
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.
35 services30 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.
22 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner

Acute Care Hospitals · Kenner, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190274
Location180 West Esplanade AvenueKenner, LA 70065 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70121 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
$86.76 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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

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

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (tens) device, two lead, localized stimulation E0720
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$13.84 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.

OCHSNER CLINIC FOUNDATION
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-3000
REBECCA MIHALOVITS MS, LAT, ATC
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (901) 237-1349
SEAN MCDANIEL
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (985) 892-2828
LYNSEY ANNE SHAFFER PA
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 736-4800
MRS. KATHERINE STAGNO A.T.C
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 736-4800
KIMBERLY KELLER ATC
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 736-4800
TYRA BROWN PA-C
Physician Assistant
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 842-4025
KRISTIN HAMPTON
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Jefferson Parish (504) 736-4800

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 Christopher Mercadel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Mercadel is 1346777166. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2017.

Where is Christopher Mercadel located?

Christopher Mercadel practices at 1221 S Clearview Pkwy, New Orleans, LA 70121. The listed phone number is (504) 736-4800.

What is Christopher Mercadel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Christopher Mercadel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Mercadel 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 Christopher Mercadel accept?

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

According to CMS data, Christopher Mercadel is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute and Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Mercadel was last updated on May 11, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.