Vicki Munson-Whetstone, M.D.
NPI 1417126277 · Family Medicine Physician · Zachary, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vicki Munson-Whetstone, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Zachary, LA (NPI 1417126277).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417126277
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 202267 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
702 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 | 367 | $116 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 119 | $9 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 50 | $120 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 37 | $13 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 36 | $2 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 35 | $30 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 161 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 363 | 82 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 297 | 58 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 293 | 79 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 283 | 77 |
| Gabapentin | 229 | 49 |
| Furosemide | 205 | 61 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,142 across 58 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
- 2008-02-26
- Last updated
- 2013-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vicki Munson-Whetstone's NPI number?
- Vicki Munson-Whetstone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417126277, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vicki Munson-Whetstone's specialty?
- Vicki Munson-Whetstone is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vicki Munson-Whetstone located?
- Vicki Munson-Whetstone's practice location on file with NPPES is 4242 Highway 19, Zachary, LA 70791-3981.
- What is Vicki Munson-Whetstone's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vicki Munson-Whetstone is (225) 286-8100.
- Does Vicki Munson-Whetstone accept Medicare?
- Vicki Munson-Whetstone is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vicki Munson-Whetstone's NPI active?
- Yes — Vicki Munson-Whetstone's NPI (1417126277) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.