Frank Arena, M.D.
NPI 1689671232 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Covington, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frank Arena, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Covington, LA (NPI 1689671232).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689671232
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 020540 (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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,883 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 | 866 | $110 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 700 | $12 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 613 | $42 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 503 | $34 |
| Evaluation of Cardiac Rhythm Monitor System, Remote Up to 30 Days93298 | 349 | $84 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 85 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 567 | 162 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 473 | 150 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 453 | 102 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 419 | 132 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 413 | 115 |
| Losartan Potassium | 371 | 125 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,455 across 110 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 (3)
- 433 Plaza St Ste 514Bogalusa, LA 70427-3729Phone: (985) 730-7023Fax: (985) 730-7024
- 101 Judge Tanner Blvd Ste 200Covington, LA 70433-7504Phone: (985) 871-2100
- 42078 Veterans Ave Ste CanddHammond, LA 70403-1490Phone: (985) 340-1966Fax: (985) 340-1988
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-28
- Last updated
- 2021-01-05
- Certified
- 2021-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frank Arena's NPI number?
- Frank Arena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689671232, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frank Arena's specialty?
- Frank Arena is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Frank Arena located?
- Frank Arena's practice location on file with NPPES is 39 Starbrush Cir, Covington, LA 70433-7304.
- What is Frank Arena's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frank Arena is (985) 871-4155.
- Does Frank Arena accept Medicare?
- Frank Arena is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frank Arena's NPI active?
- Yes — Frank Arena's NPI (1689671232) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.