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ARTURO LOPEZ MD
NPI 1891227153
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Shreveport, LA

Active since March 28, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1501 KINGS HWY, INTERNAL MEDICINE, SHREVEPORT, LA 71103(318) 626-0434 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 18, 2023, Mar 28, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Arturo Lopez Md NPPES

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

ARTURO LOPEZ MD (NPI 1891227153) is an individual nephrology provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Texas (U4559) and active in the NPI registry since March 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal) (2023).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891227153
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameARTURO LOPEZCredential: MD
Location Address1501 KINGS HWY, INTERNAL MEDICINEShreveport, LA 71103-4228
Mailing Address1501 Kings Hwy, Internal MedicineShreveport, LA 71103-4228 · (318) 626-0434
Phone(318) 626-0434
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Graduated 2023
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 18, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 18, 2023
✔ NPI 1891227153 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in TX · U4559
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1501 KINGS HWY, Shreveport, LA 71103
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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

Arturo Lopez 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 ID1153745187
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230717000620
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 8

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.
604 services172 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.
306 services101 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.
107 services92 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
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.
88 services62 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.
69 services16 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
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.
50 services43 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450058
Location111 Dallas StreetSan Antonio, TX 78205 · Bexar County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450388
Location7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar 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
$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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

HS LOUISIANA, LLC
General Practice
1501 KINGS HWY, SUITE 5-303
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Caddo Parish (904) 834-2679
MUNIRA DAWITH MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1501 KINGS HWY, PSYCHIATRY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Caddo Parish (318) 675-6619
MUHAMMAD AYUB
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1501 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Caddo Parish (318) 626-0434
SEFI AHMED JAWADI
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1501 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Caddo Parish (318) 626-0505
RYAN MORRIS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1501 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Caddo Parish (318) 626-2293
LUKE MUIZNIEKS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1501 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Caddo Parish (318) 626-1574
KRISTIN BEMBENICK
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1501 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Caddo Parish (318) 675-5300
CHRISTIAN SCOTT BAKER MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1501 KINGS HWY
SHREVEPORT, LA 71103
Caddo Parish (318) 675-5053

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 Arturo Lopez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Arturo Lopez is 1891227153. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2017.

Where is Arturo Lopez located?

Arturo Lopez practices at 1501 Kings Hwy Internal Medicine, Shreveport, LA 71103. The listed phone number is (318) 626-0434.

What is Arturo Lopez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Arturo Lopez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Arturo Lopez 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 Arturo Lopez accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 6 other insurers list Arturo Lopez 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 Arturo Lopez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Arturo Lopez is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center and Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Arturo Lopez was last updated on July 18, 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.