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DR. DAMIAN ANGELO DEFRANCESCH M.D.
NPI 1396940466
Surgery in Natchitoches, LA

Active since June 19, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
501 KEYSER AVE, NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457(318) 354-2555(318) 354-0101 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 25, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 25, 2021, Mar 17, 2018, Jul 5, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Damian Angelo Defrancesch M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DAMIAN ANGELO DEFRANCESCH M.D. (NPI 1396940466) is an individual surgery provider in Natchitoches, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.207084) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396940466
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DAMIAN ANGELO DEFRANCESCHCredential: M.D.
Location Address501 KEYSER AVENatchitoches, LA 71457-6018
Mailing AddressPo Box 2067Natchitoches, LA 71457-2067 · (318) 354-2555 · Fax (318) 354-0101
Phone(318) 354-2555
Fax(318) 354-0101
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJune 19, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 25, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 25, 2021
✔ NPI 1396940466 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD.207084
Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License MD.207084 (LA)
501 KEYSER AVE, Natchitoches, LA 71457
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1740 Keyser Ave Ste DNatchitoches, LA 71457-6083 · Phone (318) 354-2555 · Fax (318) 354-0101
Location 27777 Hennessy Blvd, Suite 700Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4300 · Phone (225) 765-2048 · Fax (225) 765-1958
Location 3309 Jackson StMonroe, LA 71201-7407 · Phone (318) 966-4541 · Fax (318) 966-4543

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2372297LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) 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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Damian Angelo Defrancesch 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 ID2466672472
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140925000448
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.

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.
77 services41 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.
60 services28 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
44 services44 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.
20 services20 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.
13 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190002
Location1214 Coolidge AvenueLafayette, LA 70503 · Lafayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71457 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
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

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.

DR. CHRISTOPHER LACOUR PHARMD
Pharmacist
501 KEYSER AVE
NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457
Natchitoches Parish (318) 214-5760
SUE ANN TAYLOR PMHNP
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
501 KEYSER AVE
NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457
Natchitoches Parish (318) 214-4380
HEALTHPATHWAYS LA LLC
Pain Medicine (Pain Medicine)
501 KEYSER AVE
NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457
Natchitoches Parish (318) 214-4153
NATCHITOCHES PARISH HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT
Medicare Defined Swing Bed Unit
501 KEYSER AVE
NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457
Natchitoches Parish (318) 214-4200
LLC-I, LLC
Long Term Care Hospital
501 KEYSER AVE, 4TH FLOOR
NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457
Natchitoches Parish (318) 354-2044
DR. JULIAN HERNANDEZ D.O.
Emergency Medicine
501 KEYSER AVE
NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457
Natchitoches Parish (318) 214-4200
DR. JULIAN FERNANDO NARANJO MD
Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)
501 KEYSER AVE
NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457
Natchitoches Parish (318) 214-4153
DR. EDNA WISE MCLEOD MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
501 KEYSER AVE
NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457
Natchitoches Parish (318) 214-4274

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 Damian Defrancesch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Damian Defrancesch is 1396940466. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2007.

Where is Damian Defrancesch located?

Damian Defrancesch practices at 501 Keyser Ave, Natchitoches, LA 71457. The listed phone number is (318) 354-2555.

What is Damian Defrancesch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Damian Defrancesch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Damian Defrancesch 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 Damian Defrancesch accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), HMO Louisiana and Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and 1 other insurer list Damian Defrancesch 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 Damian Defrancesch affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Damian Defrancesch is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Damian Defrancesch was last updated on January 25, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.