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DR. DAVID JOHN RAU M.D.
NPI 1598817389
Surgery in Houma, LA

Active since January 18, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5619 HIGHWAY 311, SUITE A, HOUMA, LA 70360(985) 868-2273(985) 851-4898 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 3, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. David John Rau M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DAVID JOHN RAU M.D. (NPI 1598817389) is an individual surgery provider in Houma, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD017743) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Terrebonne General Medical Center - Parish, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598817389
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. DAVID JOHN RAUCredential: M.D.
Location Address5619 HIGHWAY 311, SUITE AHouma, LA 70360-5595
Mailing Address5619 Highway 311, Suite AHouma, LA 70360-5595 · (985) 868-2273 · Fax (985) 851-4898
Phone(985) 868-2273
Fax(985) 851-4898
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJanuary 18, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 3, 2009
✔ NPI 1598817389 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD017743
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
5619 HIGHWAY 311, Houma, LA 70360
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPIND87049LA
Medicaid1364959LA
Medicare PIN55676LA

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. David John Rau 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 ID7113050444
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100810000714
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 2

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.
79 services62 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
45 services45 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Terrebonne General Medical Center - Parish

Acute Care Hospitals · Houma, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190008
Location8166 Main StreetHouma, LA 70360 · Terrebonne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physicians Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houma, LA
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number190241
Location218 Corporate DriveHouma, LA 70360 · Terrebonne County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70360 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 2

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

SURGICAL WEIGHT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES, LLC
Specialist
5619 HIGHWAY 311, SUITE B
HOUMA, LA 70360
Terrebonne Parish (985) 868-2206
DR. ERIC HENRY RAU M.D.
Surgery
5619 HIGHWAY 311, SUITE A
HOUMA, LA 70360
Terrebonne Parish (985) 868-2273

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 Rau's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Rau is 1598817389. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 18, 2007.

Where is David Rau located?

David Rau practices at 5619 Highway 311 Suite A, Houma, LA 70360. The listed phone number is (985) 868-2273.

What is David Rau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is David Rau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Rau 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 David Rau accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list David Rau 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 David Rau affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Rau is affiliated with Terrebonne General Medical Center - Parish and Physicians Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Rau was last updated on December 3, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.