KURT A DUNCAN MD
NPI 1851540736
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Lake Charles, LA

Active since September 16, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2, LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601(337) 494-3278(337) 494-3240 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 10, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 10, 2023, Aug 25, 2020, Aug 14, 2020 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2015).

About Kurt A Duncan Md NPPES

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

KURT A DUNCAN MD (NPI 1851540736) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.15664R) and active in the NPI registry since September 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851540736
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameKURT A DUNCANCredential: MD
Location Address1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2Lake Charles, LA 70601-8990
Mailing AddressPo Box 122152 Dept 2152Dallas, TX 75312-0001 · (337) 494-2921 · Fax (337) 494-6523
Fax(337) 494-3240
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateSeptember 16, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 10, 20238 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 10, 2023
✔ NPI 1851540736 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · MD.15664R✔ Licensed in GA · 56050✔ Licensed in MS · 27165
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 26685 (AL)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyTaxonomy 207RI0011X · License 27165 (MS), 56050 (GA)
Also ListedNuclear Medicine · Nuclear CardiologyTaxonomy 207UN0901X · License 53223 (TN)
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2, Lake Charles, LA 70601

Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid1475327LA
Medicaid009935553AL
Other27165MS · Medical License
OtherP00284614AL · Rr Medicare
Other51003180AL · Bcbs

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

Kurt A Duncan 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 ID9436048931
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050328000739
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 Kurt Duncan reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Cardiovascular Disease
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2
Lake Charles, LA 70601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 16 clinicians in this Medicare group
Interventional Cardiology
1701 OAK PARK BLVD
Lake Charles, LA 70601
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 20 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 34

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
1,093 services889 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
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.
311 services165 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
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.
287 services272 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
224 services204 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.
172 services130 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
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.
120 services118 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sulphur, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190013
Location701 East Cypress StreetSulphur, LA 70663 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beauregard Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Deridder, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190050
Location600 S Pine StreetDeridder, LA 70634 · Beauregard County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake Charles, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190060
Location1701 Oak Park BlvdLake Charles, LA 70601 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Allen Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kinder, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190133
Location108 6th AvenueKinder, LA 70648 · Allen County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70601 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 15

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

Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Nurse Practitioner
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Podiatrist (Foot Surgery)
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1717 OAK PARK BLVD FL 2
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601

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 Kurt Duncan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kurt Duncan is 1851540736. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 16, 2008.

Where is Kurt Duncan located?

Kurt Duncan practices at 1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 2, Lake Charles, LA 70601. The listed phone number is (337) 494-3278.

What is Kurt Duncan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Kurt Duncan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kurt Duncan 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 Kurt Duncan's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kurt Duncan reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Lake Charles Memorial Heart And Vascular Center (Lake Charles, LA) and Southwest Louisiana Hospital Association Inc (Lake Charles, LA). 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 Kurt Duncan's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Kurt Duncan accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 1 other insurer list Kurt Duncan 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 Kurt Duncan affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Kurt Duncan is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, Beauregard Memorial Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and Allen Parish Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kurt Duncan was last updated on March 10, 2023. 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.