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JAMES N PARRISH JR. MD
NPI 1477552503
Surgery in Alexandria, LA

Active since July 20, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3311 PRESCOTT RD, SUITE 201, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301(318) 442-6767(318) 451-1359 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 18, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About James N Parrish Jr. Md NPPES

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

JAMES N PARRISH JR. MD (NPI 1477552503) is an individual surgery provider in Alexandria, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (023183) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477552503
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES N PARRISH JR.Credential: MD
Location Address3311 PRESCOTT RD, SUITE 201Alexandria, LA 71301-3900
Mailing Address3311 Prescott Rd Ste 201Alexandria, LA 71301-3983 · (318) 442-6767 · Fax (318) 441-1359
Phone(318) 442-6767
Fax(318) 451-1359
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJuly 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 18, 2022
NPPES CertifiedAugust 18, 2022
✔ NPI 1477552503 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 023183
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.
3311 PRESCOTT RD, Alexandria, LA 71301
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Other Identifiers 5

Other020054510All
Other331030935A002Tricare
Other331030935PAOschsner
Other4A375CD82All
Medicaid1485365LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, CHRISTUS Health Plan, HMO Louisiana.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

James N Parrish 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 ID8426149485
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111115000788
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.

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.
280 services122 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.
63 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
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
29 services28 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.
28 services27 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.
20 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190019
Location3330 Masonic DriveAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rapides Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190026
Location211 4th StreetAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Byrd Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Leesville, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190164
Location1020 Fertitta BlvdLeesville, LA 71446 · Vernon County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190298
Location651 North Bolton AveAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71301 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
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
74%290 patients4/55-star benchmark: 92%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
99%2,032 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
91%422 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
97%151 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
2%2,688 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
100%555 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
85%1,006 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
91%880 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
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 screenedForUse: 99% · 442 patients
Patients tobacco: 99% · 442 patients
97%30 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
65%1,006 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
43%1,006 patients2/55-star benchmark: 89%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 151 patients
0%151 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
2%1,006 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.

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.

DR. RICHARD PAUL TEXADA SR. MD
Urology
3311 PRESCOTT RD, SUITE 100
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 442-3384
BECKIE LEIGH VINCENT
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
3311 PRESCOTT RD, SUITE 417
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 487-1122
JOAN WALKER, M.D., LLC
Family Medicine
3311 PRESCOTT RD, SUITE 411
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 767-2200
DR. YASSER M NAKHLAWI M.D.
Pediatrics (Adolescent Medicine)
3311 PRESCOTT RD, SUITE 210
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 487-1477
HAILEY WEEKS PA-C
Physician Assistant
3311 PRESCOTT RD, SUITE201
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 442-6767
DR. LEO L LOWENTRITT MD
Urology
3311 PRESCOTT RD, SUITE 100
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 442-3384
MRS. DEBRA V. MCCANN R.PH., P.D.
Pharmacist
3311 PRESCOTT RD, STE 110
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 442-9846
DR. GARY P JONES MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
3311 PRESCOTT RD, SUITE 202
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301
Rapides Parish (318) 442-0106

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 James Parrish's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Parrish is 1477552503. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 20, 2005.

Where is James Parrish located?

James Parrish practices at 3311 Prescott Rd Suite 201, Alexandria, LA 71301. The listed phone number is (318) 442-6767.

What is James Parrish's specialty?

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

Is James Parrish enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Parrish 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 James Parrish accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, CHRISTUS Health Plan and HMO Louisiana list James Parrish 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 James Parrish affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Parrish is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Byrd Regional Hospital and Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Parrish was last updated on August 18, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.