DR. NAVEEN POKALA MD
NPI 1679068308
Surgery in Saint Louis, MO

Q: What is Naveen Pokala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Naveen Pokala is 1679068308. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 25, 2018.

Q: What is Naveen Pokala's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Naveen Pokala was last updated on June 25, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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 June 25, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1 BARNES JEW HOSP PLZ, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110(314) 362-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 25, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Naveen Pokala Md NPPES

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

DR. NAVEEN POKALA MD (NPI 1679068308) is an individual surgery provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2018017108) and active in the NPI registry since June 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Queens Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679068308

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. NAVEEN POKALACredential: MD

Location Address1 BARNES JEW HOSP PLZSaint Louis, MO 63110-1003

Mailing Address660 S Euclid Avenue, Department Of SurgerySt. Louis, MO 63110 · (314) 362-5000

Phone(314) 362-5000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018

Enumeration DateJune 25, 2018

✔ NPI 1679068308 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in MO · 2018017108

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.

1 BARNES JEW HOSP PLZ, Saint Louis, MO 63110

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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. Naveen Pokala Md 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 ID5597201616

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240725001909

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 5

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.

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.

43 services40 patients

Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance 49083

This procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.

18 services14 patients

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937

Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.

16 services15 patients

Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555

This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.

14 services14 patients

Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth 10005

Fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is inserted into a growth to extract a small sample. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. This sample is then analyzed to determine the nature of the growth.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

The Queens Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Honolulu, HI

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number120001

Location1301 Punchbowl StHonolulu, HI 96813 · Honolulu County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63110 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

$86.32 typical visit price

range $55.65 – $169.38

Typical copayment $21.58 (range $13.91 – $42.34)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$69.50 typical visit price

range $17.76 – $137.92

Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)

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 20

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

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