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LAURA CASTEEL CHAUVIN MD
NPI 1497753842
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Kenner, LA

Active since July 11, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.32/100
CMS Quality Rating
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, KENNER, LA 70065(504) 464-8506 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 15, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: May 15, 2025, Jul 5, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Laura Casteel Chauvin Md NPPES

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

LAURA CASTEEL CHAUVIN MD (NPI 1497753842) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Kenner, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (08523R) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and maintains a secondary practice location in Thibodaux.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497753842
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameLAURA CASTEEL CHAUVINCredential: MD
Location Address200 W ESPLANADE AVEKenner, LA 70065-2489
Mailing Address1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2483 · (504) 842-3000
Phone(504) 464-8506
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 15, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 15, 2025
✔ NPI 1497753842 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 08523R
Definition

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyTaxonomy 207RX0202X · License 08523R (LA)
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, Kenner, LA 70065
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1608 N Acadia RdThibodaux, LA 70301 · Phone (985) 493-4787 · Fax (985) 449-2560

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1992569LA

Accepted Insurance

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

Laura Casteel Chauvin 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 ID7618998840
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051215000031
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 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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
219 services86 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.
187 services97 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.
17 services14 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.
15 services15 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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 Charles Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Luling, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190079
Location1057 Paul Maillard RoadLuling, LA 70070 · St. Charles County
Emergency services

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner

Acute Care Hospitals · Kenner, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190274
Location180 West Esplanade AvenueKenner, LA 70065 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner St Anne General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Raceland, LA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number191324
Location4608 Highway 1Raceland, LA 70394 · Lafourche County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70065 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
$170.30 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $42.57 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$98.35 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $24.58 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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.

83.32/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality82.77
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.05

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
73%191 patients4/55-star benchmark: 92%
Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
86%254 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Cervical Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…
49%167 patients
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
20%309 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
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.
65%2,756 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Pain Intensity Quantified
Percentage of patient visits, regardless of patient age, with a diagnosis of cancer currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy in which pain intensity is quantified
99%782 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
100%290 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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: 90% · 409 patients
Patients tobacco: 90% · 409 patients
94%53 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
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+: 4% · 286 patients
5%286 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

KARL NEAL HANSON MD
Family Medicine (Adult Medicine)
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, STE 307
KENNER, LA 70065
Jefferson Parish (504) 467-3404
DR. MOHAMMAD S. SULEMAN M.D.
Surgery
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, STE 312
KENNER, LA 70065
Jefferson Parish (504) 712-8872
MOHAMMAD SULEMAN, MD APMC
Surgery
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, STE 312
KENNER, LA 70065
Jefferson Parish (504) 712-8872
DR. CHAVARAMPLAKIL PAULOSE MATHEW M.D
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
200 W ESPLANADE AVE
KENNER, LA 70065
Jefferson Parish (504) 251-8483
MICHAEL W HARTMAN M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, SUITE 500
KENNER, LA 70065
Jefferson Parish (504) 412-1700
DR. WAGIH R MANDO M.D
Surgery
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, SUITE 410
KENNER, LA 70065
Jefferson Parish (504) 464-8619
SHAMINDER M GUPTA, APMC
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, SUITE 106
KENNER, LA 70065
Jefferson Parish (504) 712-7000
DR. BAHRAM ZAMANIAN M.D.
Specialist
200 W ESPLANADE AVE, SUITE 701
KENNER, LA 70065
Jefferson Parish (504) 464-8738

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 Laura Chauvin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Chauvin is 1497753842. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2005.

Where is Laura Chauvin located?

Laura Chauvin practices at 200 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA 70065. The listed phone number is (504) 464-8506.

What is Laura Chauvin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Laura Chauvin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Chauvin 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 Laura Chauvin accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Laura Chauvin 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 Laura Chauvin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Chauvin is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, St Charles Parish Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner and Ochsner St Anne General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Chauvin was last updated on May 15, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.