SUREN VISVANATHAN
NPI 1720508716
Internal Medicine in Shreveport, LA

Active since June 21, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1541 KINGS HWY, SHREVEPORT, LA 71103(318) 626-0000(318) 629-4833 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 28, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 28, 2023, Jun 21, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Suren Visvanathan NPPES

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

SUREN VISVANATHAN (NPI 1720508716) is an individual internal medicine provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (324388) and active in the NPI registry since June 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720508716
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameSUREN VISVANATHAN
Location Address1541 KINGS HWYShreveport, LA 71103-4228
Mailing Address1512 W Kirby PlShreveport, LA 71103-3822
Fax(318) 629-4833
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 28, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 28, 2023
NPI 1720508716 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in LA · 324388
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

1541 KINGS HWY, Shreveport, LA 71103

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

Suren Visvanathan 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 ID3577982750
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201008000328
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 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
300 services98 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
68 services66 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.
42 services17 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.
37 services36 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190098
Location1541 Kings HighwayShreveport, LA 71103 · Caddo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport-St Mary Medical Cent

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190317
Location911 Margaret PlaceShreveport, LA 71101 · Caddo County
Birthing friendly

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.

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.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$17.58 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$91.24 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 19

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

Clinical Medical Laboratory
1541 KINGS HWY, LSU HISTO IMMUNOLOGY DIAGNOSTIC LAB
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
General Acute Care Hospital
1541 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Psychiatric Unit
1541 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Pharmacist
1541 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Social Worker
1541 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Anesthesiology
1541 KINGS HWY, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1541 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1541 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1720508716, enumerated as an "individual" on June 21, 2017.

The provider is located at 1541 KINGS HWY SHREVEPORT, LA 71103 and the phone number is (318) 626-0000.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: HMO Louisiana. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Suren Visvanathan is affiliated with: OCHSNER LSU HEALTH SHREVEPORT and OCHSNER LSU HEALTH SHREVEPORT-ST MARY MEDICAL CENT.