Jigar Patel, MD
NPI 1568666147 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Covington, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jigar Patel, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Covington, LA (NPI 1568666147).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568666147
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 204649 (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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,335 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 Chest, 1 View71045 | 549 | $8 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 420 | $10 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 351 | $9 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 342 | $36 |
| Ct Scan of Upper Spine Without Contrast72125 | 101 | $43 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 83 | $8 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 433 Plaza StBogalusa, LA 70427-3729Phone: (985) 445-3644Fax: (985) 250-9873
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-14
- Last updated
- 2021-06-08
- Certified
- 2021-06-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jigar Patel's NPI number?
- Jigar Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568666147, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jigar Patel's specialty?
- Jigar Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jigar Patel located?
- Jigar Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1202 S Tyler St, Covington, LA 70433-2330.
- What is Jigar Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jigar Patel is (985) 898-4505.
- Does Jigar Patel accept Medicare?
- Jigar Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jigar Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Jigar Patel's NPI (1568666147) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.