DR. NICHOLAS D CAPPADONA MD
NPI 1346809159
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Jefferson, LA

Q: What is Nicholas Cappadona's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Cappadona is 1346809159. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 6, 2019.

Q: What is Nicholas Cappadona's specialty?

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

Active since June 06, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1514 JEFFERSON HWY, JEFFERSON, LA 70121(866) 624-7637 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 11, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 11, 2023, Jun 6, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Nicholas D Cappadona Md NPPES

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

DR. NICHOLAS D CAPPADONA MD (NPI 1346809159) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Jefferson, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (338275) and active in the NPI registry since June 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346809159

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameDR. NICHOLAS D CAPPADONACredential: MD

Location Address1514 JEFFERSON HWYJefferson, LA 70121-2429

Mailing Address1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429 · (504) 650-2724

Phone(866) 624-7637

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019

Enumeration DateJune 6, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 11, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 11, 2023

✔ NPI 1346809159 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

License✔ Licensed in LA · 338275

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.

1514 JEFFERSON HWY, Jefferson, LA 70121

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 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

Dr. Nicholas D Cappadona 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 ID6608105614

PECOS Enrollment IDI20231012000889

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.

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

88 services58 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.

84 services38 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.

49 services48 patients

Advance care planning, each additional 30 minutes 99498

Advance care planning involves discussing and documenting your future health care preferences in case you're unable to make decisions for yourself. Each additional 30 minutes allows more time to explore your wishes, values, and goals for treatment.

27 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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