DR. CHAKSHU GAUTAM M.D.
NPI 1952303240
Family Medicine in Lafayette, LA

Active since June 01, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY, LAFAYETTE, LA 70506(337) 288-5961(337) 706-3415 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 23, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Chakshu Gautam M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHAKSHU GAUTAM M.D. (NPI 1952303240) is an individual family medicine provider in Lafayette, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (15033R) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner American Legion Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952303240
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHAKSHU GAUTAMCredential: M.D.
Location Address3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWYLafayette, LA 70506-7209
Mailing Address3149 Ambassador Caffery PkwyLafayette, LA 70506-7209 · (337) 288-5961
Fax(337) 706-3415
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 23, 2023
NPPES CertifiedOctober 23, 2023
NPI 1952303240 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in LA · 15033R
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY, Lafayette, LA 70506

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1160164LA
Other4F344Medicare Provider

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

Dr. Chakshu Gautam 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 ID4082604582
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040517000414
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 4

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.

Emergency department visit for life threatening or functioning severity 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
191 services181 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
80 services76 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of moderate severity 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
57 services57 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of high severity 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
55 services52 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ochsner American Legion Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jennings, LA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190053
Location1634 Elton RoadJennings, LA 70546 · Jeffrson Davis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70506 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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.

77.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality63.86
Improvement Activities40

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.

Internal Medicine
3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Physical Therapist
3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Internal Medicine
3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Licensed Vocational Nurse
3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Internal Medicine
3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Social Worker (Clinical)
3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Audiologist
3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Prosthetist
3149 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506

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 Chakshu Gautam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chakshu Gautam is 1952303240. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2005.

Where is Chakshu Gautam located?

Chakshu Gautam practices at 3149 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Lafayette, LA 70506. The listed phone number is (337) 288-5961.

What is Chakshu Gautam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Chakshu Gautam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chakshu Gautam 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 Chakshu Gautam accept?

Health plans from CHRISTUS Health Plan list Chakshu Gautam 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 Chakshu Gautam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chakshu Gautam is affiliated with Ochsner American Legion Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chakshu Gautam was last updated on October 23, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.