Ashwin Jaikishen, M.D.
NPI 1437449923 · Nephrology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ashwin Jaikishen, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1437449923).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437449923
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.207430 (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
15 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
1,427 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 310 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 305 | $98 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 196 | $333 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 150 | $76 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 89 | $278 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 237 | 97 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 210 | 49 |
| Losartan Potassium | 197 | 72 |
| Allopurinol | 146 | 46 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 138 | 46 |
| Carvedilol | 122 | 38 |
| Bumetanide | 120 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,444 across 30 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
- 2011-04-18
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ashwin Jaikishen's NPI number?
- Ashwin Jaikishen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437449923, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ashwin Jaikishen's specialty?
- Ashwin Jaikishen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ashwin Jaikishen located?
- Ashwin Jaikishen's practice location on file with NPPES is 4409 Utica St Ste 100, Metairie, LA 70006-6579.
- What is Ashwin Jaikishen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ashwin Jaikishen is (504) 457-3687.
- Does Ashwin Jaikishen accept Medicare?
- Ashwin Jaikishen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ashwin Jaikishen's NPI active?
- Yes — Ashwin Jaikishen's NPI (1437449923) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.