Virendra Joshi, MD
NPI 1295828507 · Gastroenterology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Virendra Joshi, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1295828507).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295828507
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 13642R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
420 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 129 | $63 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 43 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 32 | $64 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 27 | $76 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 27 | $93 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 299 | 116 |
| Sucralfate | 97 | 44 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 94 | 87 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 77 | 37 |
| Lactulose | 58 | 40 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 57 | 20 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 56 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,036 across 26 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)
- 200 W Esplanade AveKenner, LA 70065-2473Phone: (504) 842-4015Fax: (504) 988-8886
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-02
- Last updated
- 2024-04-16
- Certified
- 2024-04-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Virendra Joshi's NPI number?
- Virendra Joshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295828507, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Virendra Joshi's specialty?
- Virendra Joshi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Virendra Joshi located?
- Virendra Joshi's practice location on file with NPPES is 3700 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115-4637.
- What is Virendra Joshi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Virendra Joshi is (504) 897-8004.
- Does Virendra Joshi accept Medicare?
- Virendra Joshi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Virendra Joshi's NPI active?
- Yes — Virendra Joshi's NPI (1295828507) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.