Charles Simmons, M. D.
NPI 1518004142 · Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) Physician · Monroe, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Simmons, M. D. is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) Physician provider in Monroe, LA (NPI 1518004142).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518004142
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M. D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD.017598 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
- Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) PhysicianPrimary207PE0005XLicense MD.017598 (LA)
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,498 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Part of Lower Jaw, 1-4 Views70100 | 384 | $22 |
| Imaging for Evaluation of Swallowing Function74230 | 384 | $70 |
| X-Ray of Soft Tissue of Neck70360 | 383 | $19 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 382 | $24 |
| Single Contrast X-Ray of Upper Digestive Tract74240 | 343 | $75 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 212 | $16 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-31
- Last updated
- 2015-04-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Simmons's NPI number?
- Charles Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518004142, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Simmons's specialty?
- Charles Simmons is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Simmons located?
- Charles Simmons's practice location on file with NPPES is 309 Jackson St, Monroe, LA 71201-0309.
- What is Charles Simmons's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Simmons is (318) 966-1870.
- Does Charles Simmons accept Medicare?
- Charles Simmons is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Simmons's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Simmons's NPI (1518004142) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-04-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.