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GLEN J. KESLER M.D.
NPI 1427075423
Internal Medicine in Covington, LA

Active since July 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80 GARDENIA DRIVE, SUITE B, COVINGTON, LA 70433(985) 871-5900(985) 871-5911 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 17, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Glen J. Kesler M.d. NPPES

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

GLEN J. KESLER M.D. (NPI 1427075423) is an individual internal medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (017291) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427075423
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameGLEN J. KESLERCredential: M.D.
Location Address80 GARDENIA DRIVE, SUITE BCovington, LA 70433-9168
Mailing Address80 Gardenia Drive, Suite BCovington, LA 70433-9168 · (985) 871-5900 · Fax (985) 871-5911
Phone(985) 871-5900
Fax(985) 871-5911
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateJuly 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 17, 2012
✔ NPI 1427075423 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 017291
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
80 GARDENIA DRIVE, Covington, LA 70433
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid1356794LA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified5M520
Medicare UPINB61869

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 Magnolia Health 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

Glen J. Kesler 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 ID2062557200
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100226000682
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 7

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.

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
224 services30 patients
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.
179 services142 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
67 services67 patients
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99439
Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.
60 services21 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.
57 services50 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180
This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.
14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

St Tammany Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Covington, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190045
Location1202 S Tyler StreetCovington, LA 70433 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Riverside Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Franklinton, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number191313
Location1900 South Main StFranklinton, LA 70438 · Washington County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70433 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
11 suppliers32 claims84 services$6.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

DR. KATIE BRILLHART TARANTO M.D.
Internal Medicine
80 GARDENIA DRIVE, SUITE B
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 871-5900
DR. DAVID J CUCCIA M.D.
Internal Medicine
80 GARDENIA DRIVE, SUITE B
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 871-5900

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 Glen Kesler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Glen Kesler is 1427075423. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 16, 2006.

Where is Glen Kesler located?

Glen Kesler practices at 80 Gardenia Drive Suite B, Covington, LA 70433. The listed phone number is (985) 871-5900.

What is Glen Kesler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Glen Kesler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Glen Kesler 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 Glen Kesler 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 2 other insurers list Glen Kesler 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 Glen Kesler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Glen Kesler is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, St Tammany Parish Hospital and Riverside Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Glen Kesler was last updated on September 17, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.