AJIT ALEXANDER MD
NPI 1861888760
Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine in Shreveport, LA

Active since April 08, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
PO BOX 19284, SHREVEPORT, LA 71149(318) 773-0657(318) 688-1559 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 11, 2022, Jun 19, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Ajit Alexander Md NPPES

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

AJIT ALEXANDER MD (NPI 1861888760) is an individual critical care medicine provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (320814) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Shreveport-bossier Health System, and maintains a secondary practice location in Shreveport.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861888760
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0200X
Provider Legal NameAJIT ALEXANDERCredential: MD
Location AddressPO BOX 19284Shreveport, LA 71149-0284
Mailing AddressPo Box 19284Shreveport, LA 71149-0284 · (318) 773-0657
Fax(318) 688-1559
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateApril 8, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 27, 2024
NPI 1861888760 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0200X
License Licensed in LA · 320814
Definition
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License 320814 (LA)
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 320814 (LA)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 320814 (LA)
PO BOX 19284, Shreveport, LA 71149

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11501 Kings Hwy, EM-FMShreveport, LA 71103-4228 · Phone (318) 675-6632

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

Ajit Alexander 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 ID8022313360
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191113002183, I20221003000028
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 6

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 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.
180 services85 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
127 services87 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.
38 services38 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
35 services32 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
30 services29 patients
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.
24 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190041
Location1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial LoopShreveport, LA 71105 · Caddo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Desoto Regional Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Mansfield, LA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190118
Location207 Jefferson StreetMansfield, LA 71052 · De Soto County
Emergency services

Minden Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minden, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190144
LocationNo 1 Medical PlazaMinden, LA 71055 · Webster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Coushatta Health Care Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Coushatta, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number191312
Location1635 Marvel StreetCoushatta, LA 71019 · Red River County
Emergency services

Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Longview, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450032
Location700 E Marshall AveLongview, TX 75601 · Gregg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71149 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
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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 Ajit Alexander's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ajit Alexander is 1861888760. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2015.

Where is Ajit Alexander located?

Ajit Alexander practices at PO Box 19284, Shreveport, LA 71149. The listed phone number is (318) 773-0657.

What is Ajit Alexander's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Critical Care Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RC0200X.

Is Ajit Alexander enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ajit Alexander 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 Ajit Alexander accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan and HMO Louisiana list Ajit Alexander 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 Ajit Alexander affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ajit Alexander is affiliated with Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System, Desoto Regional Health System, Minden Medical Center, Christus Coushatta Health Care Center and Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ajit Alexander was last updated on November 27, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 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.