Jeffrey Watkins, M.D.
NPI 1679886071 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jeffrey Watkins, M.D. is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1679886071).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679886071
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 309339 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
15 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
677 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 437 | $76 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 52 | $110 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 48 | $48 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 46 | $126 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 31 | $166 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Muscle With Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscle95874 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 48 | 27 |
| Baclofen | 46 | 13 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 40 | 36 |
| Dantrolene Sodium | 36 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 34 | 23 |
| Pregabalin | 26 | 14 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 25 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$136 across 6 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
- 2010-07-14
- Last updated
- 2018-08-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jeffrey Watkins's NPI number?
- Jeffrey Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679886071, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jeffrey Watkins's specialty?
- Jeffrey Watkins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jeffrey Watkins located?
- Jeffrey Watkins's practice location on file with NPPES is 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121.
- What is Jeffrey Watkins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jeffrey Watkins is (504) 842-3000.
- Does Jeffrey Watkins accept Medicare?
- Jeffrey Watkins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jeffrey Watkins's NPI active?
- Yes — Jeffrey Watkins's NPI (1679886071) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-08-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.