Nelson Luraguiz, M.D.
NPI 1790705093 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Shreveport, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nelson Luraguiz, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Shreveport, LA (NPI 1790705093).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790705093
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 15649R (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
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
1,292 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 | 260 | $8 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 140 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 132 | $10 |
| Ct Scan of Upper Spine Without Contrast72125 | 61 | $43 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Neck With Contrast70498 | 57 | $74 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Head With Contrast70496 | 52 | $77 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-20
- Last updated
- 2011-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nelson Luraguiz's NPI number?
- Nelson Luraguiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790705093, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nelson Luraguiz's specialty?
- Nelson Luraguiz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nelson Luraguiz located?
- Nelson Luraguiz's practice location on file with NPPES is 1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103-4228.
- What is Nelson Luraguiz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nelson Luraguiz is (318) 675-7737.
- Does Nelson Luraguiz accept Medicare?
- Nelson Luraguiz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nelson Luraguiz's NPI active?
- Yes — Nelson Luraguiz's NPI (1790705093) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.