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DR. BENNY M POPWELL M
NPI 1891799607
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Shreveport, LA

Active since June 09, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.47/100
CMS Quality Rating
1455 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP STE 306, SHREVEPORT, LA 71105(318) 798-4400(318) 798-4531 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 2, 2026, Mar 10, 2025, Dec 11, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Benny M Popwell M NPPES

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

DR. BENNY M POPWELL M (NPI 1891799607) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (014125) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. 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

NPI1891799607
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BENNY M POPWELLCredential: M
Location Address1455 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP STE 306Shreveport, LA 71105-5634
Mailing Address1455 E Bert Kouns LoopShreveport, LA 71105-5634 · (318) 798-4400 · Fax (318) 798-4621
Phone(318) 798-4400
Fax(318) 798-4531
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated 1977
Enumeration DateJune 9, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 2, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 2, 2026
✔ NPI 1891799607 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 014125
Definition
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
1455 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP STE 306, Shreveport, LA 71105
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11455 E Bert Koun Loop Ste 100Shreveport, LA 71105-5634 · Phone (318) 681-4606

Other Identifiers 4

OtherP00313369LA · Railroad Medicare
Other050825102TX · Texas Medicaid
Other1053315846LA · Group Npi Number
Medicaid1314293LA

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Benny M Popwell M 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 ID6507858032
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040402000281
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 3

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.

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.
26 services22 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
20 services20 patients
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091
A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.
20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71105 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.

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.

77.47/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.67
Promoting Interoperability98

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.

ALYSHA HINSON WHNP
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
1455 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP STE 306
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105
Caddo Parish (318) 798-4400
BROOKE BAILEY STOKES NP
Nurse Practitioner (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
1455 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP STE 306
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105
Caddo Parish (318) 798-4400
DR. KERRY W TYNES MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1455 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP STE 306
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105
Caddo Parish (318) 798-4400

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 Benny Popwell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benny Popwell is 1891799607. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2005.

Where is Benny Popwell located?

Benny Popwell practices at 1455 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 306, Shreveport, LA 71105. The listed phone number is (318) 798-4400.

What is Benny Popwell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Benny Popwell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benny Popwell 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 Benny Popwell accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, CHRISTUS Health Plan, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Benny Popwell 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 Benny Popwell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benny Popwell is affiliated with Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benny Popwell was last updated on February 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.