Daniel Fontanez, MD
NPI 1821093717 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Daniel Fontanez, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1821093717).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821093717
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 023086 (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
21 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
3,630 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 | 958 | $8 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 378 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Abdomen, 1 View74018 | 194 | $8 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 144 | $83 |
| 3d Radiographic Procedure With Computerized Image Postprocessing76377 | 137 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 136 | $10 |
| Ct Scan of Upper Spine Without Contrast |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-16
- Last updated
- 2008-02-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Daniel Fontanez's NPI number?
- Daniel Fontanez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821093717, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Daniel Fontanez's specialty?
- Daniel Fontanez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Daniel Fontanez located?
- Daniel Fontanez's practice location on file with NPPES is 4200 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006-2970.
- What is Daniel Fontanez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Daniel Fontanez is (504) 454-4133.
- Does Daniel Fontanez accept Medicare?
- Daniel Fontanez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Daniel Fontanez's NPI active?
- Yes — Daniel Fontanez's NPI (1821093717) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.