CHIRAG PATEL MD
NPI 1487971362
Internal Medicine in Covington, LA

Q: What is Chirag Patel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chirag Patel is 1487971362. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 30, 2010.

Q: What is Chirag Patel's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chirag Patel was last updated on March 16, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.

Active since April 30, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1202 S TYLER ST, COVINGTON, LA 70433(985) 898-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 16, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Chirag Patel Md NPPES

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

CHIRAG PATEL MD (NPI 1487971362) is an individual internal medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.206393) and active in the NPI registry since April 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487971362

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameCHIRAG PATELCredential: MD

Location Address1202 S TYLER STCovington, LA 70433-2330

Mailing AddressPo Box 54482New Orleans, LA 70154-4482 · (985) 898-4000

Phone(985) 898-4000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010

Enumeration DateApril 30, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 16, 2016

✔ NPI 1487971362 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 · MD.206393

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.

1202 S TYLER ST, Covington, LA 70433

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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

Chirag Patel 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 ID42447369

PECOS Enrollment IDI20131212000611

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.

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.

407 services144 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

107 services106 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.

96 services93 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.

72 services72 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

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 3

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier50 claims50 services$14.66 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier38 claims38 services$63.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Lightweight wheelchair K0003

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$29.03 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.

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