MRS. CAROLINE SMITH GRAHAM P.A.
NPI 1508242660
Physician Assistant in New Orleans, LA

NPI Status: Active since July 30, 2015

Contact Information

2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA
ZIP 70112
Phone: (504) 702-4546

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Physician Assistant
  • Accepts Insurance
  • PECOS Enrolled

About CAROLINE GRAHAM

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Caroline Graham, a primary care provider established in New Orleans, Louisiana with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1508242660 assigned on July 2015. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363A00000X with license number PA.200858 (LA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 7 years ago.

NPI
1508242660
Provider Name
MRS. CAROLINE SMITH GRAHAM P.A.
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2000 CANAL ST NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Location Phone
(504) 702-4546
Mailing Address
1542 TULANE AVE DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Mailing Phone
(504) 568-4752
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
07-30-2015
Last Update Date
02-11-2019
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Caroline Graham sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc .

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Secondary Locations

  • 1514 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
    (504) 842-6406

Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Physician Assistant

Taxonomy Code
363A00000X
Type
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
License No.
PA.200858
License State
LA
Taxonomy Description
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Blue POS 60/40 $6500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible - POS
  • Blue POS 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits - POS
  • Blue POS 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible - POS
  • Blue POS Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible - POS
  • Blue POS Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized - POS
  • Blue POS Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized - POS
  • Blue POS Copay (PCP) 80/60 $1000 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits - POS
  • Signature Blue 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits - POS
  • Signature Blue 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible - POS
  • Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible - POS
  • Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized - POS
  • Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized - POS
  • UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Silver Copay Focus + $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) - EPO
  • UHC Silver Value + ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) - EPO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Caroline Graham is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Mastectomy

A mastectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of all or part of the breast tissue. This is often done to treat or prevent conditions related to abnormal cell growth. There are different types, ranging from removing only the breast tissue to also removing nearby structures. The approach depends on individual health circumstances.

This service was performed for 1-10 patients

Melanoma (skin cancer) excision

Melanoma excision is a procedure where a surgeon removes melanoma, a type of skin cancer, and some surrounding healthy tissue. Local anesthesia is applied to numb the area. The goal is to completely remove the cancer and prevent its spread. Healing time varies.

This service was performed for 1-10 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 70112 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $86.76
  • Minimum New Patient Price $55.5
  • Maximum New Patient Price $170.3
  • Average New Patient Copayment $21.69
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.87
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $42.57

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

  • Average Established Patient Price $69.44
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $17.42
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $138.03
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $17.36
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.35
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.5

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1508242660, we treat the final digit (0) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 60. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 60 = 0).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
5
Unchanged
Pos 3
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 4
8
Unchanged
Pos 5
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 6
4
Unchanged
Pos 7
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 8
6
Unchanged
Pos 9
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Check
0
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 0 → 0 2 → 4 2 → 4 6 → 12 → 3

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 5 + 0 + 8 + 4 + 4 + 4 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 24 = 60

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 60 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 60 = 0
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 0, which matches the last digit of 1508242660.

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Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
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NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
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Nurse Practitioner (Family)
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NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
General Acute Care Hospital
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Psychiatric Unit
2000 CANAL ST
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Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
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NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Emergency Medicine
2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
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NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Clinic/Center (Rehabilitation, Cardiac Facilities)
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NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Registered Nurse (Critical Care Medicine)
2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Nurse Practitioner
2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2000 CANAL ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
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NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1508242660, enumerated as an "individual" on July 30, 2015.

The provider is located at 2000 CANAL ST NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112 and the phone number is (504) 702-4546.

Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.