CURTIS A. PREJEAN JR. MD
NPI 1790705010
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Shreveport, LA

Active since July 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2751 ALBERT L. BICKNELL DR., SUITE 5C, SHREVEPORT, LA 71103(318) 227-9777(318) 459-1188 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 5, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Curtis A. Prejean Jr. Md NPPES

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

CURTIS A. PREJEAN JR. MD (NPI 1790705010) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (015075) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790705010
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameCURTIS A. PREJEAN JR.Credential: MD
Location Address2751 ALBERT L. BICKNELL DR., SUITE 5CShreveport, LA 71103-3920
Mailing Address2751 Albert L. Bicknell Dr., Suite 5cShreveport, LA 71103-3920 · (318) 227-9777 · Fax (318) 459-1188
Fax(318) 459-1188
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateJuly 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 5, 2009
NPI 1790705010 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses Licensed in LA · 015075 Licensed in CA · A44098
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
2751 ALBERT L. BICKNELL DR., Shreveport, LA 71103

Other Identifiers 6

Other00A440980F94CA · Cal Optima Number
Medicare PINWA44098BCA
Other00A440980CA · Blue Shield Pin
Medicare UPINE58688CA
Medicaid00A440980CA
Other330005226CA · Medicare Railroad Pin

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

Curtis A. Prejean Jr. 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 ID840353397
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090110000070
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.

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
21 services21 patients
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.
16 services11 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.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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 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
$164.73 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $41.18 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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

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

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2751 ALBERT L. BICKNELL DR., SUITE 5C
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103

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 Curtis Prejean's NPI number?

The NPI number for Curtis Prejean is 1790705010. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 20, 2006.

Where is Curtis Prejean located?

Curtis Prejean practices at 2751 Albert L. Bicknell Dr. Suite 5C, Shreveport, LA 71103. The listed phone number is (318) 227-9777.

What is Curtis Prejean's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Curtis Prejean enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Curtis Prejean 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 Curtis Prejean accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Curtis Prejean 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 Curtis Prejean affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Curtis Prejean is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Curtis Prejean was last updated on January 5, 2009. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.