DR. VALERIE LOCKHART WELCH M.D.
NPI 1629344304
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Shreveport, LA

Q: What is Valerie Welch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Valerie Welch is 1629344304. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2012. The provider is also known as Dr. Valerie Ann Lockhart MD.

Q: What is Valerie Welch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Valerie Welch was last updated on December 13, 2023. 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 March 28, 2012PECOS Enrolled

1541 KINGS HWY, SHREVEPORT, LA 71103(318) 626-0000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 13, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 13, 2023, Feb 11, 2020, Nov 16, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Valerie Lockhart Welch M.d. NPPES

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

DR. VALERIE LOCKHART WELCH M.D. (NPI 1629344304) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (322291) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629344304

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X

Provider Legal NameDR. VALERIE LOCKHART WELCHCredential: M.D.

Location Address1541 KINGS HWYShreveport, LA 71103-4228

Mailing Address1512 W Kirby PlShreveport, LA 71103-3822

Phone(318) 626-0000

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 13, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 13, 2023

✔ NPI 1629344304 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X

License✔ Licensed in LA · 322291

Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

1541 KINGS HWY, Shreveport, LA 71103

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Valerie Ann Lockhart Md

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 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 (PECOS)

Dr. Valerie Lockhart Welch M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305

A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.

67 services34 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342

This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.

20 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71103 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

$124.60 typical visit price

range $53.43 – $164.73

Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$95.09 typical visit price

range $16.64 – $133.62

Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

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