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VIRGINIA MARIE PLAUCHE M.D.
NPI 1760781587
Otolaryngology in Covington, LA

Active since March 18, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
350 LAKEVIEW CT STE A, COVINGTON, LA 70433(985) 845-2677(985) 867-5498 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 18, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 18, 2022, Feb 19, 2019, Mar 16, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Virginia Marie Plauche M.d. NPPES

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

VIRGINIA MARIE PLAUCHE M.D. (NPI 1760781587) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Covington, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD207408) and active in the NPI registry since March 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in New Orleans, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760781587
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameVIRGINIA MARIE PLAUCHECredential: M.D.
Location Address350 LAKEVIEW CT STE ACovington, LA 70433-7524
Mailing Address350 Lakeview Ct Ste ACovington, LA 70433-7524 · (985) 845-2677 · Fax (985) 867-5498
Phone(985) 845-2677
Fax(985) 867-5498
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMarch 18, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 18, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 18, 2022
✔ NPI 1760781587 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD207408
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
350 LAKEVIEW CT STE A, Covington, LA 70433
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13525 Prytania St, Suite 606New Orleans, LA 70115-8109 · Phone (504) 899-1513 · Fax (504) 897-8637

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2148176LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana, UnitedHealthcare.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

Virginia Marie Plauche M.d. 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 ID1759670847
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160512001285
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 7

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
167 services107 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
86 services68 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
81 services81 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
39 services16 patients
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test 92557
A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
26 services26 patients
Test to assess middle ear function 92567
A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
24 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70433 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
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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 4

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

SANDRA ROBINSON
Hearing Instrument Specialist
350 LAKEVIEW CT STE A
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 845-3509
KEVIN EARL MCLAUGHLIN M.D.
Otolaryngology
350 LAKEVIEW CT STE A
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 867-5494
MRS. MORGAN B JOHNSON AU.D., CCC-A
Audiologist-Hearing Aid Fitter
350 LAKEVIEW CT STE A
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 845-2677
HEATHER CORLEY
Hearing Instrument Specialist
350 LAKEVIEW CT STE A
COVINGTON, LA 70433
St. Tammany Parish (985) 845-3509

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 Virginia Plauche's NPI number?

The NPI number for Virginia Plauche is 1760781587. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 18, 2011.

Where is Virginia Plauche located?

Virginia Plauche practices at 350 Lakeview Ct Ste A, Covington, LA 70433. The listed phone number is (985) 845-2677.

What is Virginia Plauche's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Virginia Plauche enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Virginia Plauche 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 Virginia Plauche accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Virginia Plauche 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Virginia Plauche was last updated on November 18, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.