ABIGAIL CHAFFIN MD
NPI 1962682112
Plastic Surgery in New Orleans, LA

Active since November 05, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
1415 TULANE AVE STE 5501, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112(504) 399-3605(504) 522-6673 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 11, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Abigail Chaffin Md NPPES

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

ABIGAIL CHAFFIN MD (NPI 1962682112) is an individual plastic surgery provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.200823) and active in the NPI registry since November 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, and is a graduate of Wayne State University School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962682112
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameABIGAIL CHAFFINCredential: MD
Location Address1415 TULANE AVE STE 5501New Orleans, LA 70112-2600
Mailing AddressPo Box 1089Hammond, LA 70404-1089 · (985) 892-7070 · Fax (985) 892-7017
Fax(504) 522-6673
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateNovember 5, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 11, 2023
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 11, 2023
NPI 1962682112 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
License Licensed in LA · MD.200823
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
1415 TULANE AVE STE 5501, New Orleans, LA 70112

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

Abigail Chaffin 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 ID7315013331
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080827000459
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 5

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.

Complicated repair of wound of trunk, each additional 5.0 cm or less 13102
This procedure involves the complex repair of a wound located on the body's trunk. It's performed for each additional wound up to 5.0 cm in size. The process includes cleaning, stitching, and dressing the wound to promote healing and prevent infections.
28 services11 patients
Therapy procedure using a special bandage and vacuum pump, surface area more than 50.0 sq cm 97606
This procedure involves a special bandage and vacuum pump to promote healing in large wounds. The bandage is applied to the wound, then the vacuum pump removes air, creating a seal. This helps to draw out fluid and increase blood flow to the area, speeding up healing.
23 services20 patients
Creation of muscle graft to trunk 15734
The creation of a muscle graft to the trunk is a surgical procedure where healthy muscle tissue is moved from one part of the body to another. This helps to repair damaged areas, improve function, and enhance appearance. It's a common procedure in reconstructive surgery.
20 services13 patients
Preparation of skin graft site of trunk, arms, or legs, 100.0 sq cm or 1% body area for infants and children, or less 15002
This procedure involves preparing a specific area of the body (trunk, arms, or legs) for a skin graft. The area is cleaned and any dead tissue is removed to ensure a successful graft. The procedure covers an area of 100.0 sq cm or 1% of a child's body.
18 services15 patients
Complicated repair of wound of trunk, 2.6-7.5 cm 13101
This service involves the intricate repair of a wound on your body's main structure, between your neck and limbs. The wound measures 2.6-7.5 cm. The procedure includes deep-layer stitching and may involve repairing damaged tissue.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70112 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
$86.76 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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.

75.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality52.99
Promoting Interoperability93
Improvement Activities40
Cost36.69

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1415 TULANE AVE STE 5501
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1415 TULANE AVE STE 5501
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112

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 Abigail Chaffin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Abigail Chaffin is 1962682112. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 5, 2007.

Where is Abigail Chaffin located?

Abigail Chaffin practices at 1415 Tulane Ave Ste 5501, New Orleans, LA 70112. The listed phone number is (504) 399-3605.

What is Abigail Chaffin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Abigail Chaffin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Abigail Chaffin 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 Abigail Chaffin accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Abigail Chaffin 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 Abigail Chaffin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Abigail Chaffin is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Abigail Chaffin was last updated on January 11, 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.