Cathy Zhang, MD
NPI 1508213539 · Anesthesiology Physician · Covington, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cathy Zhang, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Covington, LA (NPI 1508213539).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508213539
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32635 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 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
452 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 | 210 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 122 | $165 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, Read By Direct Observation80305 | 42 | $12 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 36 | $201 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 26 | $84 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 223 | 63 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 187 | 43 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 129 | 31 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 116 | 19 |
| Pregabalin | 110 | 31 |
| Baclofen | 56 | 14 |
| Methocarbamol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$447 across 20 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)
- 433 Plaza StBogalusa, LA 70427-3729Phone: (985) 730-6700Fax: (985) 730-6713
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-05-19
- Last updated
- 2024-03-26
- Certified
- 2024-03-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cathy Zhang's NPI number?
- Cathy Zhang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508213539, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cathy Zhang's specialty?
- Cathy Zhang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cathy Zhang located?
- Cathy Zhang's practice location on file with NPPES is 1411 Ochsner Blvd Ste C, Covington, LA 70433-8110.
- What is Cathy Zhang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cathy Zhang is (985) 807-1937.
- Does Cathy Zhang accept Medicare?
- Cathy Zhang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cathy Zhang's NPI active?
- Yes — Cathy Zhang's NPI (1508213539) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-03-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.