ROBERT JOSEPH VAN GOSSEN JR. MD
NPI 1437546595
Family Medicine in Lake Charles, LA

Active since April 16, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2750 ASTER ST, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601(373) 480-8900(337) 480-8901 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 18, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 9, 2022, May 12, 2022, Feb 7, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

About Robert Joseph Van Gossen Jr. Md NPPES

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

ROBERT JOSEPH VAN GOSSEN JR. MD (NPI 1437546595) is an individual family medicine provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (310697) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437546595
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameROBERT JOSEPH VAN GOSSEN JR.Credential: MD
Location Address2750 ASTER STLake Charles, LA 70601-8824
Mailing AddressPo Box 123594 Dept 3594Dallas, TX 75312-3594 · (337) 494-2921 · Fax (337) 494-6523
Fax(337) 480-8901
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 16, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateApril 18, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 18, 2025
NPI 1437546595 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in LA · 310697
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
2750 ASTER ST, Lake Charles, LA 70601

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid2387863LA
Other727168LA · Medicare

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

Robert Joseph Van Gossen Jr. 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 ID3476857947
PECOS Enrollment IDI20181106000989
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 10

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.
247 services140 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.
167 services115 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.
85 services85 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
72 services26 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
71 services44 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
45 services45 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sulphur, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190013
Location701 East Cypress StreetSulphur, LA 70663 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Charles, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190027
Location524 Dr Michael Debakey DriveLake Charles, LA 70601 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Charles, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190060
Location1701 Oak Park BlvdLake Charles, LA 70601 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70601 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
$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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
17%24 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
5%39 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 83% · 30 patients
93%30 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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
3 suppliers12 claims22 services$6.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Power wheelchair, group 2 heavy duty, captains chair, patient weight capacity 301 to 450 pounds K0825
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD009N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$177.48 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 20

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

Family Medicine
2750 ASTER ST
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Pediatrics (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine)
2750 ASTER ST
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Family Medicine
2750 ASTER ST
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2750 ASTER ST
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Family Medicine
2750 ASTER ST
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Surgery
2750 ASTER ST
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Family Medicine
2750 ASTER ST
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Anesthesiology
2750 ASTER ST
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601

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 Robert Van Gossen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Van Gossen is 1437546595. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 16, 2015.

Where is Robert Van Gossen located?

Robert Van Gossen practices at 2750 Aster St, Lake Charles, LA 70601. The listed phone number is (373) 480-8900.

What is Robert Van Gossen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Robert Van Gossen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Van Gossen 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 Robert Van Gossen 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 1 other insurer list Robert Van Gossen 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 Robert Van Gossen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Van Gossen is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital and Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Van Gossen was last updated on April 18, 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.