DR. PRASANTH PATCHA MD, FACS
NPI 1790090264
Plastic Surgery in New Orleans, LA

Active since August 09, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112(504) 568-4750 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 22, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: May 22, 2025, Jun 21, 2023, Oct 25, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Prasanth Patcha Md, Facs NPPES

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

DR. PRASANTH PATCHA MD, FACS (NPI 1790090264) is an individual plastic surgery provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (345682) and active in the NPI registry since August 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans, and is a graduate of State University Of Ny Upstate Medical University (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790090264
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameDR. PRASANTH PATCHACredential: MD, FACS
Location Address2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8New Orleans, LA 70112-1352
Mailing Address2021 Perdido St Fl 8New Orleans, LA 70112-1352
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of Ny Upstate Medical UniversityGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateAugust 9, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateMay 22, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 22, 2025
✔ NPI 1790090264 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 345682
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8, New Orleans, LA 70112

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Prasanth Patcha Md, Facs 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 ID6305137621
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250317003331
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Prasanth Patcha reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Multi-Specialty
478 S JOHNSON ST FL 6
New Orleans, LA 70112
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 931 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinical Medical Laboratory
720 20TH ST S
Birmingham, AL 35233
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 4,494 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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.
398 services83 patients
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.
194 services42 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.
106 services91 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.
37 services34 patients
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11043
This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified area (20.0 sq cm or less) of muscle and/or tissue. It's typically done to treat conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. Local or general anesthesia ensures comfort. Recovery time varies.
18 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Medical Center New Orleans

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190005
Location2000 Canal StreetNew Orleans, LA 70112 · Orleans County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70112 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
$86.76 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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 16

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

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurocritical Care)
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
2021 PERDIDO ST FL 8
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112

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 Prasanth Patcha's NPI number?

The NPI number for Prasanth Patcha is 1790090264. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 9, 2010.

Where is Prasanth Patcha located?

Prasanth Patcha practices at 2021 Perdido St Fl 8, New Orleans, LA 70112. The listed phone number is (504) 568-4750.

What is Prasanth Patcha's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Prasanth Patcha enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Prasanth Patcha 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Prasanth Patcha's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Prasanth Patcha reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Faculty G (New Orleans, LA) and University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC (Birmingham, AL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Prasanth Patcha's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Prasanth Patcha accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Prasanth Patcha 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 Prasanth Patcha affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Prasanth Patcha is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Prasanth Patcha was last updated on May 22, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 months 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.