DR. CHARLES JESSE ASWELL III MD
NPI 1801842141
Internal Medicine in Ville Platte, LA

NPI Status: Active since May 26, 2006

Contact Information

503 JACK MILLER RD
# A
VILLE PLATTE, LA
ZIP 70586
Phone: (337) 363-7474
Fax: (337) 363-1197

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Internal Medicine
  • Accepts Insurance
  • PECOS Enrolled
  • Medicare Quality Reporting

About CHARLES ASWELL

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Charles Aswell, an internist established in Ville Platte, Louisiana with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1801842141 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207R00000X with license number 013360 (LA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 11 years ago.

NPI
1801842141
Provider Name
DR. CHARLES JESSE ASWELL III MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
503 JACK MILLER RD # A VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586
Location Phone
(337) 363-7474
Location Fax
(337) 363-1197
Mailing Address
503 JACK MILLER RD # A VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586
Mailing Phone
(337) 363-7474
Mailing Fax
(337) 363-1197
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
05-26-2006
Last Update Date
03-18-2015
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An internist like Charles Aswell is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Internal Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207R00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
013360
License State
LA
Taxonomy Description
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.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • CHRISTUS Bronze (2 Free PCP Visits, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze + Dental & Vision (2 Free PCP Visits, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze Essential - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze Essential (2 Free PCP Visits, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze Essential + Dental & Vision (2 Free PCP Visits, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Bronze Essential Plus - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Catastrophic (3 Free PCP visits) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold + Dental & Vision + Fitness ($0 Deductible, $5 PCP, $0 Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold + Fitness ($0 Deductible, $5 PCP, $0 Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Essential - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Essential ($0 Rx Deductible, $5 PCP, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Essential + Dental & Vision ($0 Rx Deductible, $5 PCP, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Essential Plus - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Gold Plus - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Silver Essential - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Silver Essential 70 ($5 PCP, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Silver Essential 70 + Dental & Vision ($5 PCP, $0 Preferred Generic Rx, $0 Virtual Urgent Care) - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Silver Essential Plus - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Standard Expanded Bronze - HMO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
1188531MEDICAID (05)LA 
50313OTHER (01)LAMEDICARE ID (UNSPECIFIED)
C67337MEDICARE UPIN (02) 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Charles Aswell is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips (HCPCS:A4253)

    7 DME suppliers used 28 Medicare Claims 63 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Lancets, per box of 100 (HCPCS:A4259)

    6 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 30 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable (HCPCS:A7003)

    1 DME suppliers used 29 Medicare Claims 58 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, non-disposable (HCPCS:A7005)

    2 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 17 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7038)

    3 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 90 Services Paid

  • DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

    Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress (HCPCS:E0260)

    1 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 19 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)

    Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)

    4 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 19 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE005N)

    Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) (HCPCS:E0466)

    2 DME suppliers used 107 Medicare Claims 107 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Nebulizer, with compressor (HCPCS:E0570)

    4 DME suppliers used 95 Medicare Claims 95 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device (HCPCS:E0601)

    2 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) (HCPCS:E0630)

    2 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

  • DME-Hospital Beds (DB000N)

    Trapeze bar, free standing, complete with grab bar (HCPCS:E0940)

    2 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)

    9 DME suppliers used 156 Medicare Claims 156 Services Paid

  • DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)

    Portable oxygen concentrator, rental (HCPCS:E1392)

    4 DME suppliers used 81 Medicare Claims 81 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

    Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

    3 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service (HCPCS:K0553)

    3 DME suppliers used 47 Medicare Claims 47 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD009N)

    Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds (HCPCS:K0823)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days (HCPCS:Q0513)

    4 DME suppliers used 110 Medicare Claims 110 Services Paid

Unknown

  • Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

    Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape (HCPCS:B4034)

    2 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 364 Services Paid

  • Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

    Enteral formula, nutritionally complete with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit (HCPCS:B4150)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 3340 Services Paid

Drugs Administered Through DME

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms (HCPCS:J7605)

    1 DME suppliers used 50 Medicare Claims 3000 Services Paid

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Formoterol fumarate, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 20 micrograms (HCPCS:J7606)

    1 DME suppliers used 30 Medicare Claims 1770 Services Paid

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg (HCPCS:J7613)

    3 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 2394 Services Paid

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme (HCPCS:J7620)

    3 DME suppliers used 32 Medicare Claims 2400 Services Paid

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG000N)

    Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg (HCPCS:J7626)

    3 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 1080 Services Paid

  • DME-Drugs Administered Through DME (DG006N)

    Revefenacin inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, 1 microgram (HCPCS:J7677)

    1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 68250 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Emergency department visit for life threatening or functioning severity

An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

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.

This service was performed 292 times for 186 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

This service was performed 66 times for 59 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes

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.

This service was performed 104 times for 11 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less

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.

This service was performed 11 times for 11 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes

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.

This service was performed 19 times for 13 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

This service was performed 64 times for 38 patients

Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg

Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.

This service was performed 71 times for 15 patients

Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg

Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.

This service was performed 64 times for 26 patients

Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg

Methylprednisolone acetate is a strong anti-inflammatory medication. It is often given as an 80 mg injection to reduce inflammation and pain. It's commonly used for conditions like arthritis, allergic disorders, or other inflammatory diseases.

This service was performed 49 times for 38 patients

Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional

This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.

This service was performed 21 times for 20 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

This service was performed 22 times for 22 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a

This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.

This service was performed 112 times for 76 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

This service was performed 17 times for 17 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 70586 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $124.6
  • Minimum New Patient Price $53.43
  • Maximum New Patient Price $164.73
  • Average New Patient Copayment $31.15
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.35
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.18

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $95.09
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $16.64
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $133.62
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $23.77
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.16
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.4

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Quality Reporting

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.

Quality Measure Performance Number of Patients
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record 100% 3466
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan 9% 753
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization 25% 670
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention 39% 149
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1801842141, we treat the final digit (1) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 59. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 59 = 1).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
8
Unchanged
Pos 3
0
Doubled → 0
Pos 4
1
Unchanged
Pos 5
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 6
4
Unchanged
Pos 7
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 8
1
Unchanged
Pos 9
4
Doubled → 8
Check
1
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 0 → 0 8 → 16 → 7 2 → 4 4 → 8

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 8 + 0 + 1 + 1 + 6 + 4 + 4 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 59

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 59 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.

60 - 59 = 1
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 1, which matches the last digit of 1801842141.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 7 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

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503 JACK MILLER RD, SUITE B
VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586
Internal Medicine
503 JACK MILLER RD
VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586
Clinic/Center (Rural Health)
503 JACK MILLER RD, SUITE A
VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586
Family Medicine
503 JACK MILLER RD, SUITE A
VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
503 JACK MILLER RD
VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586
Family Medicine
503 JACK MILLER RD
VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
503 JACK MILLER RD
VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1801842141, enumerated as an "individual" on May 26, 2006.

The provider is located at 503 JACK MILLER RD # A VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586 and the phone number is (337) 363-7474.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: CHRISTUS Health Plan, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.