DR. ROBERT C MERCADEL MD
NPI 1679689434
Emergency Medicine in Slidell, LA

Active since August 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.4/100
CMS Quality Rating
1001 GAUSE BLVD, EMERGENCY ROOM, SLIDELL, LA 70458(985) 649-8542 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 11, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Robert C Mercadel Md NPPES

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

DR. ROBERT C MERCADEL MD (NPI 1679689434) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Slidell, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.024337) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679689434
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ROBERT C MERCADELCredential: MD
Location Address1001 GAUSE BLVD, EMERGENCY ROOMSlidell, LA 70458-2939
Mailing Address1001 Gause Blvd, Emergency RoomSlidell, LA 70458-2939 · (985) 649-8542
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 11, 2020
NPPES CertifiedAugust 11, 2020
NPI 1679689434 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in LA · MD.024337
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
1001 GAUSE BLVD, Slidell, LA 70458

Other Identifiers 2

OtherF8683LA · Bcbs
Medicaid1570303LA

Accepted 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

Dr. Robert C Mercadel 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 ID4688576002
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040124000290
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 3

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
150 services146 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
43 services41 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Slidell Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Slidell, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190040
Location1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70458 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
$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.

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.

78.4/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality66.81
Improvement Activities40

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1001 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Nurse Practitioner
1001 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1001 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Emergency Medicine (Emergency Medical Services)
1001 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1001 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1001 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Surgery
1001 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1001 GAUSE BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458

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 Robert Mercadel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Mercadel is 1679689434. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2006.

Where is Robert Mercadel located?

Robert Mercadel practices at 1001 Gause Blvd Emergency Room, Slidell, LA 70458. The listed phone number is (985) 649-8542.

What is Robert Mercadel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Robert Mercadel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Mercadel 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 Robert Mercadel accept?

Health plans from CHRISTUS Health Plan and HMO Louisiana list Robert Mercadel 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 Robert Mercadel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Mercadel is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Mercadel was last updated on August 11, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.