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MARKUS VATTAKATTIL JOHN M.D.
NPI 1417167750
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Pain Medicine in Baton Rouge, LA

Active since May 23, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4021 WE HECK CT, BUILDING M-1, BATON ROUGE, LA 70816(225) 263-0600(225) 263-0601 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 7, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Markus Vattakattil John M.d. NPPES

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

MARKUS VATTAKATTIL JOHN M.D. (NPI 1417167750) is an individual pain medicine provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD202152) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417167750
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2081P2900X
Provider Legal NameMARKUS VATTAKATTIL JOHNCredential: M.D.
Location Address4021 WE HECK CT, BUILDING M-1Baton Rouge, LA 70816-0416
Mailing Address4021 We Heck Ct, Building M-1Baton Rouge, LA 70816-0416 · (225) 263-0600 · Fax (225) 263-0601
Phone(225) 263-0600
Fax(225) 263-0601
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 7, 2016
✔ NPI 1417167750 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2081P2900X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD202152
Definition
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
4021 WE HECK CT, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Mark Vattakattil John M.d.

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 Superior HealthPlan and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Markus Vattakattil John 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 ID446447791
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101213000336
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Markus John reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

M V John MD LLC
2.6 mi
Specialist
4021 WE HECK CT STE M1
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: M V John M D LLC
NPI 1437589447 (225) 263-0600

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 9

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.

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.
320 services84 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.
61 services43 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
46 services46 patients
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation 80305
Testing for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.
38 services22 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483
This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.
31 services25 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.
25 services15 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

JENNIFER MCMORRIS
Counselor (Mental Health)
4021 WE HECK CT
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 302-5804
ANTHONY PAYNE
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
4021 WE HECK CT
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 302-5804

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 Markus John's NPI number?

The NPI number for Markus John is 1417167750. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2007. The provider is also known as Mark Vattakattil John M.D..

Where is Markus John located?

Markus John practices at 4021 We Heck Ct Building M-1, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. The listed phone number is (225) 263-0600.

What is Markus John's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081P2900X.

Is Markus John enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Markus John 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 organization bills Medicare for Markus John's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Markus John reassigns Medicare benefits to M V John MD LLC (Baton Rouge, LA). The 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 Markus John's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Markus John accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Markus John 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Markus John was last updated on January 7, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.