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ZACHARY PIPPIN M.D.
NPI 1487033403
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Slidell, LA

Active since May 22, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR, SLIDELL, LA 70461(985) 646-5065(985) 646-5608 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 16, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 16, 2022, Aug 14, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Zachary Pippin M.d. NPPES

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

ZACHARY PIPPIN M.D. (NPI 1487033403) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Slidell, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (332739) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and maintains a secondary practice location in San Antonio.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487033403
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameZACHARY PIPPINCredential: M.D.
Location Address100 MEDICAL CENTER DRSlidell, LA 70461-5520
Mailing Address1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429 · (504) 842-4000
Phone(985) 646-5065
Fax(985) 646-5608
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 22, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 16, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 16, 2022
✔ NPI 1487033403 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · 332739✔ Licensed in TX · S2468
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 25436 (MS), S2468 (TX)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Slidell, LA 70461
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229-4402 · Phone (210) 358-4000 · Fax (210) 949-3060

Accepted Insurance

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

Zachary Pippin 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 ID5294041422
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220928003334
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Zachary Pippin reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Ochsner Clinic LLC
Same address
Internal Medicine
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
Slidell, LA 70461
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 4,559 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1417586587 (985) 646-5055
St. Tammany Parish Hospital Service District No 1
25 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
1202 S TYLER ST
Covington, LA 70433
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 183 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1598798597 (985) 898-4000

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 5

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.

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.
93 services89 patients
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.
75 services45 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.
26 services26 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
21 services19 patients
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.
16 services12 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

Slidell Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Slidell, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190040
Location1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458 · St. Tammany 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

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.

MRS. JEANNE BIENVENU DAKIN CPNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SLIDELL, LA 70461
St. Tammany Parish (985) 646-5488
DR. RYAN STEPHEN KISSEE MD
Internal Medicine
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SLIDELL, LA 70461
St. Tammany Parish (985) 649-7070
OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER - NORTHSHORE, L.L.C.
General Acute Care Hospital
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SLIDELL, LA 70461
St. Tammany Parish (985) 649-7070
PROFESSIONAL RADIOLOGY SERVICES LLC
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SLIDELL, LA 70461
St. Tammany Parish (800) 256-1152
DR. XINYU WU
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SLIDELL, LA 70461
St. Tammany Parish (985) 646-5063
CASEY DASTE REED M.D.
Anesthesiology
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SLIDELL, LA 70461
St. Tammany Parish (985) 646-5082
TUYET MAI TRAN
Pharmacist
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SLIDELL, LA 70461
St. Tammany Parish (985) 646-5095
MASON PAUL COOK
Physician Assistant
100 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SLIDELL, LA 70461
St. Tammany Parish (985) 649-7070

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 Zachary Pippin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Zachary Pippin is 1487033403. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 22, 2015.

Where is Zachary Pippin located?

Zachary Pippin practices at 100 Medical Center Dr, Slidell, LA 70461. The listed phone number is (985) 646-5065.

What is Zachary Pippin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Zachary Pippin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Zachary Pippin 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 Zachary Pippin's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Zachary Pippin reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Ochsner Clinic LLC (Slidell, LA) and St. Tammany Parish Hospital Service District No 1 (Covington, LA). 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 Zachary Pippin's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Zachary Pippin accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Zachary Pippin 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 Zachary Pippin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Zachary Pippin is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, Slidell Memorial Hospital and St Tammany Parish Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Zachary Pippin was last updated on September 16, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.