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DR. BINITHA JOSEPH M.D
NPI 1881893139
Internal Medicine in Oakdale, LA

Active since July 17, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4.78/100
CMS Quality Rating
107 HOSPITAL DR, OAKDALE, LA 71463(318) 335-4449(318) 335-3831 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 23, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Binitha Joseph M.d NPPES

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

DR. BINITHA JOSEPH M.D (NPI 1881893139) is an individual internal medicine provider in Oakdale, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (202163) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881893139
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BINITHA JOSEPHCredential: M.D
Location Address107 HOSPITAL DROakdale, LA 71463-3034
Mailing Address107 Hospital DrOakdale, LA 71463-3034 · (318) 335-4449 · Fax (318) 335-4447
Phone(318) 335-4449
Fax(318) 335-3831
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 23, 2010
✔ NPI 1881893139 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 202163
Definition
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.
107 HOSPITAL DR, Oakdale, LA 71463
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid1188468LA
Medicare PIN4N2627460LA
Medicare PINP00633224

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CHRISTUS Health Plan, HMO Louisiana.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

Dr. Binitha Joseph M.d 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 ID2567537798
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080821000624
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 10

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.
559 services230 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.
337 services193 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
228 services222 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.
143 services84 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.
141 services72 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.
89 services86 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190019
Location3330 Masonic DriveAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Rapides Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190026
Location211 4th StreetAlexandria, LA 71301 · Rapides County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Oakdale Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Oakdale, LA
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190106
Location130 N Hospital DrOakdale, LA 71463 · Allen County
Emergency services

Riverland Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Ferriday, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number191318
Location6569 Hwy 84Ferriday, LA 71334 · Concordia County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71463 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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

4.78/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost15.94

Reported Quality Measures

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Antiplatelet Therapy
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of coronary artery disease (CAD) seen within a 12 month period who were prescribed aspirin or clopidogrel
95%20 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
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.
99%2,936 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
62%1,410 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
35%79 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
0%476 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
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…
50%936 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
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
32%147 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
39%682 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
80%476 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
1%476 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 15

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers37 claims70 services$6.78 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers17 claims19 services$1.11 avg. paid by Medicare
For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe A5500
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
4 suppliers20 claims40 services$60.77 avg. paid by Medicare
For diabetics only, multiple density insert, direct formed, molded to foot after external heat source of 230 degrees fahrenheit or higher, total contact with patient's foot, including arch, base layer minimum of 1/4 inch material of shore a 35 durometer or 3/16 inch material of shore a 40 durometer (or higher), prefabricated, each A5512
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
4 suppliers20 claims116 services$25.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier16 claims32 services$1.77 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers22 claims22 services$55.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

EVANGELINE MEDICAL & NURSING SUPPLY, INC
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
107 HOSPITAL DR
OAKDALE, LA 71463
Allen Parish (318) 335-0520
OAKDALE INTERNAL MEDICINE
Internal Medicine
107 HOSPITAL DR
OAKDALE, LA 71463
Allen Parish (318) 335-4449
QUALITY MEDICAL CARE AND SERVICES, LLC
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
107 HOSPITAL DR
OAKDALE, LA 71463
Allen Parish (318) 335-3370

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 Binitha Joseph's NPI number?

The NPI number for Binitha Joseph is 1881893139. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2007.

Where is Binitha Joseph located?

Binitha Joseph practices at 107 Hospital Dr, Oakdale, LA 71463. The listed phone number is (318) 335-4449.

What is Binitha Joseph's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Binitha Joseph enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Binitha Joseph 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 Binitha Joseph accept?

Health plans from CHRISTUS Health Plan and HMO Louisiana list Binitha Joseph 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 Binitha Joseph affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Binitha Joseph is affiliated with Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Oakdale Community Hospital and Riverland Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Binitha Joseph was last updated on September 23, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.