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DHARAM GURWARA MD
NPI 1689783342
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Shreveport, LA

Active since August 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.64/100
CMS Quality Rating
6821 PINES RD STE 400, SHREVEPORT, LA 71129(318) 686-5255(318) 686-5239 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dharam Gurwara Md NPPES

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

DHARAM GURWARA MD (NPI 1689783342) is an individual neurology provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (017134) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Natchitoches Regional Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Shreveport.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689783342
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameDHARAM GURWARACredential: MD
Location Address6821 PINES RD STE 400Shreveport, LA 71129-2547
Mailing AddressPo Box 5027Bossier City, LA 71171-5027 · (318) 686-5255 · Fax (318) 752-2890
Phone(318) 686-5255
Fax(318) 686-5239
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateAugust 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 2018
✔ NPI 1689783342 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 017134
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
Also ListedPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationTaxonomy 208100000X · License 017034 (LA)
6821 PINES RD STE 400, Shreveport, LA 71129
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 16047 Five Oaks Dr, Suite DShreveport, LA 71129-2596 · Phone (318) 686-5255 · Fax (318) 752-2890

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1900885LA

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dharam Gurwara 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 ID7214002898
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080815000453
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 9

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 straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
7,531 services758 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.
5,181 services649 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
480 services410 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.
355 services320 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
57 services56 patients
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.
42 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Natchitoches Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Natchitoches, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190007
Location501 Keyser AveNatchitoches, LA 71457 · Natchitoches County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190041
Location1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial LoopShreveport, LA 71105 · Caddo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Willis Knighton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190111
Location2600 Greenwood RoadShreveport, LA 71103 · Caddo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71129 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.

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.

95.64/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality71.29
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes Mellitus: Diabetic Foot and Ankle Care, Peripheral Neuropathy - Neurological Evaluation
100%39 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%1,113 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier19 claims19 services$57.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Lightweight wheelchair K0003
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$36.57 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

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

DR. KRISHNA R. SINGH MD
Family Medicine
6821 PINES RD STE 400
SHREVEPORT, LA 71129
Caddo Parish (318) 686-5255

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 Dharam Gurwara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dharam Gurwara is 1689783342. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 29, 2006.

Where is Dharam Gurwara located?

Dharam Gurwara practices at 6821 Pines Rd Ste 400, Shreveport, LA 71129. The listed phone number is (318) 686-5255.

What is Dharam Gurwara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Dharam Gurwara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dharam Gurwara 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 Dharam Gurwara accept?

Health plans from HMO Louisiana list Dharam Gurwara 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 Dharam Gurwara affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dharam Gurwara is affiliated with Natchitoches Regional Medical Center, Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System and Willis Knighton Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dharam Gurwara was last updated on April 9, 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.