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JAMES E. CRAVEN IV M.D.
NPI 1518962653
Surgery - Vascular Surgery in Baton Rouge, LA

Active since June 16, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 103, BATON ROUGE, LA 70808(225) 215-2255(225) 215-2266 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 04, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 18, 2023, Mar 7, 2023, Sep 9, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About James E. Craven Iv M.d. NPPES

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

JAMES E. CRAVEN IV M.D. (NPI 1518962653) is an individual vascular surgery provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (23614) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 3 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518962653
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0129X
Provider Legal NameJAMES E. CRAVEN IVCredential: M.D.
Location Address7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 103Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4363
Mailing Address5959 S Sherwood Forest BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70816-6038 · (225) 215-2255 · Fax (225) 765-9196
Phone(225) 215-2255
Fax(225) 215-2266
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 18, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 18, 2023
✔ NPI 1518962653 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Vascular SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0129X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 23614
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 103, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 17777 Hennessy Blvd, Suite 1008Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4300 · Phone (225) 766-0416 · Fax (225) 769-9212
Location 2433 Plaza St Ste 514Bogalusa, LA 70427-3729 · Phone (985) 730-7023 · Fax (985) 730-7024
Location 34630 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Ste 104Lafayette, LA 70508-6949 · Phone (337) 470-4767 · Fax (337) 470-7703

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid1483702LA
Other023614LA · State License
Other026493LA · Cds
Medicaid01058309MS

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

James E. Craven Iv 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 ID5193767838
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060628000262
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 10

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.

Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880
An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.
219 services171 patients
Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries 93922
An ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your arteries. It helps in checking blood flow, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities in your arteries.
155 services126 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.
68 services57 patients
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza 87428
This test uses a method called immunoassay to identify severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza. It works by detecting specific proteins (antigens) in a sample, like a nasal swab. It's a powerful tool in diagnosing these viral infections.
55 services51 patients
Complete ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts 93978
This procedure involves using sound waves to create images of your aorta, vena cava, groin vessels, or bypass grafts. It helps to detect abnormalities or blockages, ensuring your blood flows smoothly. It's painless and non-invasive.
50 services42 patients
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93970
An ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your veins. This helps identify blood clots or other vein problems. During the procedure, pressure is applied to the veins and certain movements are performed to assess blood flow.
32 services29 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70808 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
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. MARY VIRGINIA STRINGFELLOW M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 103
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 757-0343
JOSHUA PAUL ANZALONE PA-C
Physician Assistant
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 103
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 215-0250
MR. JACOB SOMMERS FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 103
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 215-0250
ANDREA NICOLE SIMPSON SIMS M.D.
Pediatrics (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine)
7777 HENNESSY BLVD STE 103
BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
East Baton Rouge Parish (225) 767-6700

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 James Craven's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Craven is 1518962653. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2005.

Where is James Craven located?

James Craven practices at 7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 103, Baton Rouge, LA 70808. The listed phone number is (225) 215-2255.

What is James Craven's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Vascular Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0129X.

Is James Craven enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Craven 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 James Craven accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 3 other insurers list James Craven 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Craven was last updated on August 18, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.