Nidal Abi Rafeh, M.D.
NPI 1457506743 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Hammond, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nidal Abi Rafeh, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Hammond, LA (NPI 1457506743).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457506743
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD.205221 (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
17 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
1,912 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 1,045 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 220 | $91 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 213 | $63 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 49 | $11 |
| Ultrasound of Heart, Follow-Up93308 | 42 | $22 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 420 | 123 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 268 | 100 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 225 | 66 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 193 | 41 |
| Ezetimibe | 175 | 60 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 168 | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20,885 across 91 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
- 2008-12-01
- Last updated
- 2020-07-07
- Certified
- 2020-07-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nidal Abi Rafeh's NPI number?
- Nidal Abi Rafeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457506743, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nidal Abi Rafeh's specialty?
- Nidal Abi Rafeh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nidal Abi Rafeh located?
- Nidal Abi Rafeh's practice location on file with NPPES is 15813 Paul Vega MD Dr Ste 403, Hammond, LA 70403-1426.
- What is Nidal Abi Rafeh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nidal Abi Rafeh is (985) 230-7350.
- Does Nidal Abi Rafeh accept Medicare?
- Nidal Abi Rafeh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nidal Abi Rafeh's NPI active?
- Yes — Nidal Abi Rafeh's NPI (1457506743) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.