Charles Matthews, MD
NPI 1609828284 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Covington, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Matthews, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Covington, LA (NPI 1609828284).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609828284
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- MD.014278 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
795 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 | 114 | $8 |
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 111 | $27 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 111 | $34 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 74 | $10 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 51 | $11 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 39 | $9 |
| X-Ray of Abdomen, 1 View74018 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-16
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Matthews's NPI number?
- Charles Matthews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609828284, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Matthews's specialty?
- Charles Matthews is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Matthews located?
- Charles Matthews's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433-8107.
- What is Charles Matthews's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Matthews is (985) 875-2828.
- Does Charles Matthews accept Medicare?
- Charles Matthews is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Matthews's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Matthews's NPI (1609828284) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.