Carole Bitar, MD
NPI 1194131904 · Dermatopathology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carole Bitar, MD is a Dermatopathology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1194131904).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194131904
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatopathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,091 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 230 | $2 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 183 | $67 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 108 | $82 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 107 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 73 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 67 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 185 | 71 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 125 | 57 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 109 | 67 |
| Pimecrolimus | 43 | 16 |
| Roflumilastbrand: Zoryve | 35 | — |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 35 | 19 |
| Secukinumabbrand: Cosentyx Sensoready (2 Pens) | 33 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$650 across 22 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-07-01
- Last updated
- 2021-10-14
- Certified
- 2021-10-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carole Bitar's NPI number?
- Carole Bitar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194131904, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carole Bitar's specialty?
- Carole Bitar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatopathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carole Bitar located?
- Carole Bitar's practice location on file with NPPES is 1430 Tulane Ave # Sl-50, New Orleans, LA 70112-2632.
- What is Carole Bitar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carole Bitar is (504) 988-7809.
- Does Carole Bitar accept Medicare?
- Carole Bitar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carole Bitar's NPI active?
- Yes — Carole Bitar's NPI (1194131904) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.