Rene Koppel, M.D.
NPI 1861459547 · Procedural Dermatology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rene Koppel, M.D. is a Procedural Dermatology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1861459547).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861459547
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Procedural Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 011353 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,817 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 696 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 511 | $90 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 288 | $51 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 182 | $109 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 82 | $128 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 53 | 25 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 53 | 32 |
| Minoxidil | 48 | — |
| Mometasone Furoate | 45 | 37 |
| Ketoconazole | 43 | 24 |
| Mupirocin | 39 | 19 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 33 | 13 |
| Finasteride | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,038 across 52 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
- 2006-04-27
- Last updated
- 2010-12-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rene Koppel's NPI number?
- Rene Koppel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861459547, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rene Koppel's specialty?
- Rene Koppel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Procedural Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rene Koppel located?
- Rene Koppel's practice location on file with NPPES is 3640 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006-4230.
- What is Rene Koppel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rene Koppel is (504) 454-1885.
- Does Rene Koppel accept Medicare?
- Rene Koppel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rene Koppel's NPI active?
- Yes — Rene Koppel's NPI (1861459547) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-12-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.