LEON T WATKINS DPM
NPI 1548290133
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in Metairie, LA

Q: What is Leon Watkins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leon Watkins is 1548290133. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2006.

Q: What is Leon Watkins's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, with taxonomy code 213ES0103X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leon Watkins was last updated on June 18, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since July 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

77.98/100

CMS Quality Rating

2520 HARVARD AVE FL 1, METAIRIE, LA 70001(504) 454-3004(504) 454-3075 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 18, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Leon T Watkins Dpm NPPES

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

LEON T WATKINS DPM (NPI 1548290133) is an individual foot & ankle surgery provider in Metairie, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (PD163R) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of California School Of Podiatric Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548290133

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy213ES0103X

Provider Legal NameLEON T WATKINSCredential: DPM

Location Address2520 HARVARD AVE FL 1Metairie, LA 70001-1172

Mailing Address2520 Harvard Ave Fl 1Metairie, LA 70001-1172 · (504) 454-3004 · Fax (504) 454-3075

Phone(504) 454-3004

Fax(504) 454-3075

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSCalifornia School Of Podiatric MedicineGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 18, 2024

NPPES CertifiedJune 18, 2024

✔ NPI 1548290133 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers

Taxonomy Code213ES0103X

License✔ Licensed in LA · PD163R

2520 HARVARD AVE FL 1, Metairie, LA 70001

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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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Leon T Watkins Dpm 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 ID5890851299

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090612000399

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 4

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.

X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630

An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.

116 services47 patients

Complete ultrasound scan of joint 76881

A complete ultrasound scan of a joint is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to create images of your joint. It helps identify problems like inflammation, injury, or disease. It's painless, safe, and doesn't involve radiation.

106 services43 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

70 services35 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.

27 services22 patients

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.

77.98/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

55.97

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan

0%363 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

25%28 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%

Colorectal Cancer Screening

1%480 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%

Diabetes: Eye Exam

0%92 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)

Lower rates are better for this measure.

100%92 patients1/55-star benchmark: 91%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

37%1,382 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

0%772 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

0%1,382 patients1/55-star benchmark: 61%

Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease

80%97 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 361 patients

Patients totalRate: 0% · 361 patients

0%361 patients5/55-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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe A5500

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier16 claims32 services$61.50 avg. paid by Medicare

For diabetics only, multiple density insert, custom molded from model of patient's foot, total contact with patient's foot, including arch, base layer minimum of 3/16 inch material of shore a 35 durometer (or higher), includes arch filler and other shaping material, custom fabricated, each A5513

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier16 claims90 services$37.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Ankle foot orthosis, spring wire, dorsiflexion assist calf band, custom fabricated L1900

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N

1 supplier22 claims22 services$171.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Ankle orthosis, ankle gauntlet or similar, with or without joints, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L1902

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N

1 supplier18 claims18 services$75.35 avg. paid by Medicare

Ankle foot orthosis, fracture orthosis, tibial fracture orthosis, rigid, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment L2116

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N

1 supplier15 claims15 services$397.86 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

DR. AMANDA LYNNE MUDEK DPM

Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)