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DR. PAUL NORTON MD
NPI 1497746184
Anesthesiology in Shreveport, LA

Q: What is Paul Norton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Norton is 1497746184. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 2, 2005.

Q: What is Paul Norton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Norton was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 days 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 November 02, 2005PECOS Enrolled

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP, SHREVEPORT, LA 71105(318) 681-4440 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Paul Norton Md NPPES

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

DR. PAUL NORTON MD (NPI 1497746184) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (021995) and active in the NPI registry since November 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 Shreveport (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497746184

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL NORTONCredential: MD

Location Address1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOPShreveport, LA 71105-5634

Mailing AddressPo Box 23, Medical Center AnesthesiologistShreveport, LA 71161-0023 · (318) 868-3151 · Fax (318) 861-3156

Phone(318) 681-4440

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 1993

Enumeration DateNovember 2, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1497746184 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in LA · 021995

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP, Shreveport, LA 71105

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1547395LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 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

Dr. Paul Norton 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 ID7214938695

PECOS Enrollment IDI20081004000078

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 16

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.

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

48 services47 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

38 services38 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

37 services37 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410

Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.

34 services32 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

30 services30 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

26 services26 patients

Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812

Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.

24 services24 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch 64450

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent or steroid into a specific nerve or its branch. The goal is to relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It is commonly used for chronic pain management. The process is safe and usually quick.

24 services24 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

22 services22 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.

22 services22 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

21 services21 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

20 services20 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest 01926

Anesthesia is given before an x-ray of the brain, heart, or chest artery to ensure comfort and stillness. It helps to eliminate discomfort or pain during the procedure. It's administered by a trained professional, ensuring a safe and smooth procedure.

16 services16 patients

Injection of local anesthetic for abdominal wall pain control on both sides using imaging guidance 64488

This procedure involves injecting a local anesthetic into the abdominal wall to manage pain. It's carried out on both sides of the abdomen using imaging guidance for precision. This helps numb the area, providing relief from discomfort.

13 services13 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480

Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number190041

Location1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial LoopShreveport, LA 71105 · Caddo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Willis Knighton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number190111

Location2600 Greenwood RoadShreveport, LA 71103 · Caddo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Post-Anesthetic Transfer of Care Measure: Procedure Room to a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who are under the care of an anesthesia practitioner and are admitted to a PACU or other non-ICU location in which a post-anesthetic formal transfer of care protocol or checklist which includes the key transfer of…

99%519 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Post-Anesthetic Transfer of Care: Use of Checklist or Protocol for Direct Transfer of Care from Procedure Room to Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Percentage of patients, regardless of age, who undergo a procedure under anesthesia and are admitted to an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) directly from the anesthetizing location, who have a documented use of a checklist or protocol for the transfer of care from…

100%27 patients

Prevention of Post-Operative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV) - Combination Therapy

Percentage of patients, aged 18 years and older, who undergo a procedure under an inhalational general anesthetic, AND who have three or more risk factors for post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV), who receive combination therapy consisting of at least…

97%348 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.

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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.

PAUL A RUSHING MD

Internal Medicine

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105

Caddo Parish (318) 798-4488

DR. ROAN L FLENNIKEN MD

Internal Medicine

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105

Caddo Parish (318) 798-4577

KENNETH BETZING PA-C

Physician Assistant

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105

Caddo Parish (318) 798-4573

HIGHLAND CLINIC, A PROF MED CORP

Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105

Caddo Parish (318) 798-4500

PAULA NICOLE SPIKES PA-C

Physician Assistant

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP, #109
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105

Caddo Parish (318) 798-4458

JUDD H CHIDLOW MD

Otolaryngology

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105

Caddo Parish (318) 798-4569

DR. DONNA J RUSHING MD

Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105

Caddo Parish (318) 798-4488

DAVID COOKSEY MD

Dermatology

1455 E BERT KOUNS LOOP
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105

Caddo Parish (318) 798-4677

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 Paul Norton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Norton is 1497746184. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 2, 2005.

Where is Paul Norton located?

Paul Norton practices at 1455 E Bert Kouns Loop, Shreveport, LA 71105. The listed phone number is (318) 681-4440.

What is Paul Norton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Paul Norton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Norton 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 Paul Norton accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana list Paul Norton 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 Paul Norton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Norton is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System and Willis Knighton Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Norton was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 days 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.