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DR. GEORGI A KOVACHEV MD
NPI 1942458823
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Slidell, LA

Active since September 04, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
664 ROBERT BLVD, SLIDELL, LA 70458(985) 646-0360(985) 646-0362 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 16, 2021, Mar 23, 2018, Mar 15, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Georgi A Kovachev Md NPPES

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

DR. GEORGI A KOVACHEV MD (NPI 1942458823) is an individual nephrology provider in Slidell, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.304447) and active in the NPI registry since September 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942458823
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. GEORGI A KOVACHEVCredential: MD
Location Address664 ROBERT BLVDSlidell, LA 70458-1648
Mailing AddressPo Box 3370Covington, LA 70434-3370 · (985) 867-8585 · Fax (985) 867-3644
Phone(985) 646-0360
Fax(985) 646-0362
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateSeptember 4, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 29, 2025
✔ NPI 1942458823 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in LA · MD.304447
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.
664 ROBERT BLVD, Slidell, LA 70458
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2435256LA

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Georgi A Kovachev 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 ID6103977558
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170124000285
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Georgi Kovachev reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Northlake Nephrology Inc
22 mi
Nephrology
1970 N HWY 190
Covington, LA 70433
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 23 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366448458 (985) 400-5988

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 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.
567 services170 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.
255 services141 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.
149 services122 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.
90 services43 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.
15 services12 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Slidell Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Slidell, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190040
Location1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Highland Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Picayune, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250117
Location130 Highland PkwyPicayune, MS 39466 · Pearl River County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock

Acute Care Hospitals · Bay Saint Louis, MS
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250162
Location149 Drinkwater BlvdBay Saint Louis, MS 39520 · Hancock County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70458 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.

Reported Quality Measures

Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
100%25 patients5/55-star benchmark: 98%
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…
100%25 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

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.

SUMITHA SANTHOSHINI GANJI MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
664 ROBERT BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
St. Tammany Parish (985) 646-0360
JOYCE PAULETTE CHAMPAGNE NP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
664 ROBERT BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
St. Tammany Parish (985) 400-5988
DANIEL P TVEIT MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
664 ROBERT BLVD
SLIDELL, LA 70458
St. Tammany Parish (985) 646-0360

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 Georgi Kovachev's NPI number?

The NPI number for Georgi Kovachev is 1942458823. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 4, 2008.

Where is Georgi Kovachev located?

Georgi Kovachev practices at 664 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA 70458. The listed phone number is (985) 646-0360.

What is Georgi Kovachev's specialty?

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

Is Georgi Kovachev enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Georgi Kovachev 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 organization bills Medicare for Georgi Kovachev's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Georgi Kovachev reassigns Medicare benefits to Northlake Nephrology Inc (Covington, LA). The 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 Georgi Kovachev's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Georgi Kovachev accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Georgi Kovachev 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 Georgi Kovachev affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Georgi Kovachev is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Highland Community Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Georgi Kovachev was last updated on September 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.