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DR. DAVID DESOTO M.D.
NPI 1598745846
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Hot Springs, AR

Active since January 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
115 WRIGHTS ST, HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913(501) 321-9803(501) 321-0710 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 15, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. David Desoto M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DAVID DESOTO M.D. (NPI 1598745846) is an individual nephrology provider in Hot Springs, Arkansas, licensed in Arkansas (E2557) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598745846
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. DAVID DESOTOCredential: M.D.
Location Address115 WRIGHTS STHot Springs, AR 71913-6240
Mailing Address115 Wrights StHot Springs, AR 71913-6240 · (501) 321-9803 · Fax (501) 321-0710
Phone(501) 321-9803
Fax(501) 321-0710
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJanuary 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 15, 2020
✔ NPI 1598745846 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in AR · E2557
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
115 WRIGHTS ST, Hot Springs, AR 71913
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid141471001AR

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 Sunflower Health Plan and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. David Desoto 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 ID6103857818
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100511000674
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show David Desoto reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Arkansas Renal Group PA
Same address
Nephrology
115 WRIGHTS ST
Hot Springs, AR 71913
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arkansas enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1205266632 (Arkansas), NPI 1922769322 (Arkansas)
  • 17 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1699043067 (501) 624-6000

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 13

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
376 services129 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
293 services123 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
237 services35 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
135 services126 patients
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
109 services78 patients
Insertion of needle and/or tube into hemodialysis circuit and balloon dilation of dialysis segment with review by radiologist 36902
This procedure involves inserting a needle or tube into your hemodialysis circuit, a system that cleans your blood when your kidneys can't. A balloon is then used to widen a narrow section of this circuit. A radiologist reviews the procedure to ensure accuracy.
86 services64 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71913 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
$119.36 typical visit price
range $51.36 – $157.74
Typical copayment $29.84 (range $12.84 – $39.43)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$91.63 typical visit price
range $16.16 – $128.77
Typical copayment $22.90 (range $4.04 – $32.19)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

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.

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier37 claims4,050 services$0.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier25 claims3,750 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier23 claims4,800 services$0.20 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
1 supplier31 claims31 services$18.35 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
1 supplier37 claims54 services$12.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

CORAL DENISE HEARD ANP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
115 WRIGHTS ST
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913
Garland County (501) 321-9803
DONNA G MCGHEE RNP
Registered Nurse (Nephrology)
115 WRIGHTS ST
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913
Garland County (501) 321-9803
ARKANSAS RENAL GROUP PA
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
115 WRIGHTS ST, SUITE B
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913
Garland County (501) 624-6000
DR. ROBERT F MCCRARY JR. M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
115 WRIGHTS ST
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913
Garland County (501) 321-9803
DR. MICHAEL S GERSCH MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
115 WRIGHTS ST
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913
Garland County (501) 321-9803
DR. BOBBIE DEAN FINE JR. M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
115 WRIGHTS ST
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913
Garland County (501) 321-9803
QURATULAIN SHABBIR M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
115 WRIGHTS ST
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913
Garland County (501) 624-6000
ARKANSAS NEPHROLOGY SERVICES, LTD.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
115 WRIGHTS ST
HOT SPRINGS, AR 71913
Garland County (501) 624-6000

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 David Desoto's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Desoto is 1598745846. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 20, 2006.

Where is David Desoto located?

David Desoto practices at 115 Wrights St, Hot Springs, AR 71913. The listed phone number is (501) 321-9803.

What is David Desoto's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is David Desoto enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Desoto 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 organization bills Medicare for David Desoto's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), David Desoto reassigns Medicare benefits to Arkansas Renal Group PA (Hot Springs, AR). The 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 David Desoto's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does David Desoto accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 4 other insurers list David Desoto 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 David Desoto was last updated on January 15, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.