MARIA GABRIELA ESPANOL MENDEZ M.D.
NPI 1417302332
Pediatrics - Pediatric Hematology-Oncology in Metairie, LA

Q: What is Maria Espanol Mendez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Espanol Mendez is 1417302332. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 28, 2016.

Q: What is Maria Espanol Mendez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pediatrics, specializing in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, with taxonomy code 2080P0207X.

Active since April 28, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

4720 S 1-10 SERVICE RD, SUITE 401, METAIRIE, LA 70001(504) 988-5433 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 3, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 3, 2025, Jul 20, 2022, Jan 3, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Maria Gabriela Espanol Mendez M.d. NPPES

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

MARIA GABRIELA ESPANOL MENDEZ M.D. (NPI 1417302332) is an individual pediatric hematology-oncology provider in Metairie, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (320681) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Peoria, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417302332

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2080P0207X

Provider Legal NameMARIA GABRIELA ESPANOL MENDEZCredential: M.D.

Location Address4720 S 1-10 SERVICE RD, SUITE 401Metairie, LA 70001

Mailing Address427 W Northmoor RdPeoria, IL 61614-3542 · (309) 692-5337 · Fax (309) 693-3913

Phone(504) 988-5433

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateApril 28, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 3, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 23, 2025

✔ NPI 1417302332 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPediatrics · Pediatric Hematology-OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2080P0207X

Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · 320681✔ Licensed in IL · 036158633

Definition

A pediatrician trained in the combination of pediatrics, hematology and oncology to recognize and manage pediatric blood disorders and cancerous diseases.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

4720 S 1-10 SERVICE RD, Metairie, LA 70001

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1427 W Northmoor RdPeoria, IL 61614-3542 · Phone (309) 692-5337 · Fax (309) 693-3913

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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Maria Gabriela Espanol Mendez 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 ID345586038

PECOS Enrollment IDI20250702000032

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Maria Espanol Mendez reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Administrators Of The Tulane Education Fund

6.1 mi

Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology

2000 CANAL ST
New Orleans, LA 70112

Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Administrators Of The Tulane Educational Fund
Also billed through NPI 1245434224 (Louisiana)
851 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1790354595 (504) 702-3000

Childrens Hospital Medical Practice Corporation

6.2 mi

Pediatrics

298 HENRY CLAY AVE
New Orleans, LA 70118

Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
297 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1821090713 (504) 896-9827

Michael D. Tarantino, M.D. S.C.

743 mi

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

427 W NORTHMOOR RD
Peoria, IL 61614

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
13 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1740430784 (309) 692-5337

The Bleeding And Clotting Disorders Institute

743 mi

Clinic/Center

427 W NORTHMOOR RD
Peoria, IL 61614

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
12 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1134424633 (309) 692-5337

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 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.

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.

80 services31 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.

32 services31 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

16 services16 patients

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 Maria Espanol Mendez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Maria Espanol Mendez is 1417302332. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 28, 2016.

Where is Maria Espanol Mendez located?

Maria Espanol Mendez practices at 4720 S 1-10 Service Rd Suite 401, Metairie, LA 70001. The listed phone number is (504) 988-5433.

What is Maria Espanol Mendez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pediatrics, specializing in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, with taxonomy code 2080P0207X.

Is Maria Espanol Mendez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Maria Espanol Mendez 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 organizations bill Medicare for Maria Espanol Mendez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Maria Espanol Mendez reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Administrators Of The Tulane Education Fund (New Orleans, LA), Childrens Hospital Medical Practice Corporation (New Orleans, LA), Michael D. Tarantino, M.D. S.C. (Peoria, IL) and The Bleeding And Clotting Disorders Institute (Peoria, IL). Each 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 Maria Espanol Mendez's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Maria Espanol Mendez 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 3 other insurers list Maria Espanol Mendez 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 Maria Espanol Mendez was last updated on July 3, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months 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.