RAMCHARAN THIAGARAJAN MD
NPI 1427070937
Surgery in Kenner, LA

Active since July 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
88.05/100
CMS Quality Rating
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, STE 200, KENNER, LA 70065(504) 464-8701(504) 464-8525 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 18, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 18, 2025, Mar 23, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Ramcharan Thiagarajan Md NPPES

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

RAMCHARAN THIAGARAJAN MD (NPI 1427070937) is an individual surgery provider in Kenner, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.14568R) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Rocky Mount.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427070937
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameRAMCHARAN THIAGARAJANCredential: MD
Location Address200 W ESPLANADE AVE, STE 200Kenner, LA 70065-2489
Mailing Address1542 Tulane AveNew Orleans, LA 70112-2865 · (504) 568-4752
Fax(504) 464-8525
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateJuly 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 18, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 18, 2025
NPI 1427070937 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in LA · MD.14568R
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.
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, Kenner, LA 70065

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1220 Nash Medical Arts MallRocky Mount, NC 27804-1470 · Phone (252) 962-4550 · Fax (252) 962-4551

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1119792LA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ramcharan Thiagarajan 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 ID3971519760
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060303000132, I20250924003268
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.

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.
38 services25 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
30 services16 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
17 services12 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
15 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Unc Health Nash

Acute Care Hospitals · Rocky Mount, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340147
Location2460 Curtis Ellis DriveRocky Mount, NC 27804 · Nash County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70065 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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

88.05/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality74.6
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost58.23

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.

Anesthesiology
200 W ESPLANADE AVE
KENNER, LA 70065
Hospitalist
200 W ESPLANADE AVE
KENNER, LA 70065
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, SUITE 500
KENNER, LA 70065
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
200 W ESPLANADE AVE
KENNER, LA 70065
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
200 W ESPLANADE AVE
KENNER, LA 70065
Urology
200 W ESPLANADE AVE
KENNER, LA 70065
Obstetrics & Gynecology
200 W ESPLANADE AVE
KENNER, LA 70065
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Pain Medicine)
200 W ESPLANADE AVE
KENNER, LA 70065

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 Ramcharan Thiagarajan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ramcharan Thiagarajan is 1427070937. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 24, 2006.

Where is Ramcharan Thiagarajan located?

Ramcharan Thiagarajan practices at 200 W Esplanade Ave Ste 200, Kenner, LA 70065. The listed phone number is (504) 464-8701.

What is Ramcharan Thiagarajan's specialty?

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

Is Ramcharan Thiagarajan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ramcharan Thiagarajan 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 Ramcharan Thiagarajan accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 3 other insurers list Ramcharan Thiagarajan 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 Ramcharan Thiagarajan affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ramcharan Thiagarajan is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital and Unc Health Nash.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ramcharan Thiagarajan was last updated on November 18, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.