John Whatley, M.D.
NPI 1053610865 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Whatley, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1053610865).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053610865
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 60136 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,414 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 288 | $83 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 183 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 155 | $119 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 146 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 138 | $42 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 106 | $36 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 230 | 96 |
| Meloxicam | 182 | 74 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 139 | 86 |
| Celecoxib | 122 | 44 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 77 | 55 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 69 | 53 |
| Methylprednisolone | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,140 across 25 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 7566 Perkins Ave.Baton Rouge, LA 70808Phone: (225) 765-5500Fax: (225) 256-1400
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-03-18
- Last updated
- 2026-04-08
- Certified
- 2026-04-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Whatley's NPI number?
- John Whatley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053610865, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Whatley's specialty?
- John Whatley is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Whatley located?
- John Whatley's practice location on file with NPPES is 8080 Bluebonnet Blvd Ste 2000, Baton Rouge, LA 70810-7827.
- What is John Whatley's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Whatley is (225) 924-2424.
- Does John Whatley accept Medicare?
- John Whatley is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Whatley's NPI active?
- Yes — John Whatley's NPI (1053610865) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.