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DR. RANI G WHITFIELD M.D.
NPI 1497768147
Family Medicine - Sports Medicine in Baton Rouge, LA

Active since August 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
429 EAST AIRPORT DR., SUITE 4, BATON ROUGE, LA 70806(225) 765-5500(225) 924-1243 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: May 20, 2021, Dec 27, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Rani G Whitfield M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RANI G WHITFIELD M.D. (NPI 1497768147) is an individual sports medicine provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (28014) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497768147
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207QS0010X
Provider Legal NameDR. RANI G WHITFIELDCredential: M.D.
Location Address429 EAST AIRPORT DR., SUITE 4Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Mailing Address429 E Airport Ave Ste 4Baton Rouge, LA 70806-4844 · (225) 765-5500 · Fax (225) 924-1243
Phone(225) 765-5500
Fax(225) 924-1243
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMeharry Medical College School Of MedicineGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateAugust 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 20, 2021
✔ NPI 1497768147 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QS0010X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 28014
Definition
A family medicine physician that is trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the health care of the individual engaged in physical exercise (sports) whether as an individual or in team participation.
429 EAST AIRPORT DR., Baton Rouge, LA 70806
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Other Identifiers 5

Other10985888Cigna
Other5214233Aetna
Medicaid1433438LA
Other610910200Workman Comp
Other2113034Uhc

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Rani G Whitfield 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 ID3072411644
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031222000259
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Rani Whitfield reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Rani G Whitfield MD Apmc
Same address
Sports Medicine
429 E AIRPORT AVE STE 4
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
NPI 1639067424 (225) 329-9606
Hiv-Aids Alliance For Region Two
0.4 mi
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
781 COLONIAL DR
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 39 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1083350888 (225) 655-6422
Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group LLC
2.2 mi
Rehabilitation, Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility (CORF)
1805 COLLEGE DR
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 873 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1235912502 (225) 923-3420
Signify Health, LLC
379 mi
General Practice
4055 VALLEY VIEW LN STE 700
Dallas, TX 75244
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 439 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1689158487 (469) 466-7007

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 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.

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.
67 services39 patients
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.
50 services29 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
38 services38 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
36 services27 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.
28 services23 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Baton Rouge, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number190064
Location5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808 · E. Baton Rouge County
Emergency services

Baton Rouge General Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Baton Rouge, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190065
Location8585 Picardy AveBaton Rouge, LA 70809 · E. Baton Rouge County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70806 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
$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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers14 claims43 services$6.81 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
4 suppliers12 claims20 services$1.16 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$203.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Rani Whitfield's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rani Whitfield is 1497768147. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 14, 2006.

Where is Rani Whitfield located?

Rani Whitfield practices at 429 East Airport Dr. Suite 4, Baton Rouge, LA 70806. The listed phone number is (225) 765-5500.

What is Rani Whitfield's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QS0010X.

Is Rani Whitfield enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rani Whitfield 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 Rani Whitfield's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Rani Whitfield reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Rani G Whitfield MD Apmc (Baton Rouge, LA), Hiv-Aids Alliance For Region Two (Baton Rouge, LA), Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group LLC (Baton Rouge, LA) and Signify Health, LLC (Dallas, TX). 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 Rani Whitfield's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Rani Whitfield accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Rani Whitfield 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 Rani Whitfield affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rani Whitfield is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center and Baton Rouge General Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rani Whitfield was last updated on May 20, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.