Lemuel Jenkins, M.D.
NPI 1386855138 · Gastroenterology Physician · Covington, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lemuel Jenkins, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Covington, LA (NPI 1386855138).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1386855138
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20197 (MS)
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
19 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
799 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 | 179 | $118 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 117 | $117 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 84 | $228 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 72 | $153 |
| Dilation of Esophagus43450 | 65 | $37 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 510 | 201 |
| Omeprazole | 70 | 26 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 56 | 54 |
| Famotidine | 51 | 18 |
| Promethazine Hcl | 42 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 36 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 33 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$39,828 across 262 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
- 2007-05-24
- Last updated
- 2021-01-12
- Certified
- 2021-01-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lemuel Jenkins's NPI number?
- Lemuel Jenkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386855138, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lemuel Jenkins's specialty?
- Lemuel Jenkins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lemuel Jenkins located?
- Lemuel Jenkins's practice location on file with NPPES is 131 Cherokee Rose Ln Ste B, Covington, LA 70433-7244.
- What is Lemuel Jenkins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lemuel Jenkins is (985) 871-1721.
- Does Lemuel Jenkins accept Medicare?
- Lemuel Jenkins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lemuel Jenkins's NPI active?
- Yes — Lemuel Jenkins's NPI (1386855138) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.