Veronica Dugan, M.D.
NPI 1245292515 · Gastroenterology Physician · Slidell, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Veronica Dugan, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Slidell, LA (NPI 1245292515).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245292515
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 024915 (LA)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
969 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 246 | $118 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 120 | $106 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 88 | $205 |
| Dilation of Esophagus43450 | 74 | $37 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 74 | $162 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 787 | 241 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 217 | 71 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 158 | 68 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 152 | 72 |
| Omeprazole | 129 | 46 |
| Lubiprostone | 117 | 57 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 84 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,778 across 186 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
- 2006-04-03
- Last updated
- 2012-02-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Veronica Dugan's NPI number?
- Veronica Dugan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245292515, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Veronica Dugan's specialty?
- Veronica Dugan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Veronica Dugan located?
- Veronica Dugan's practice location on file with NPPES is 58515 Pearl Acres Rd, Slidell, LA 70461-5423.
- What is Veronica Dugan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Veronica Dugan is (985) 641-8982.
- Does Veronica Dugan accept Medicare?
- Veronica Dugan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Veronica Dugan's NPI active?
- Yes — Veronica Dugan's NPI (1245292515) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-02-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.