David Houghton, MD
NPI 1942352224 · Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Houghton, MD is a Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1942352224).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942352224
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 41510 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
- Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology PhysicianPrimary2084N0402XLicense MD.205587 (LA)
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
19 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
255 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 | 55 | $93 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 53 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 50 | $139 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 34 | $123 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscles on Side of Neck Excluding Voice Box64616 | 32 | $136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 56 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 181 | 63 |
| Clonazepam | 129 | 22 |
| Deutetrabenazinebrand: Austedo | 111 | — |
| Gabapentin | 105 | 26 |
| Rasagiline Mesylate | 103 | 26 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Rytary | 99 | 18 |
| Memantine Hcl | 73 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,275 across 54 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
- 2007-01-17
- Last updated
- 2012-12-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Houghton's NPI number?
- David Houghton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942352224, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Houghton's specialty?
- David Houghton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Houghton located?
- David Houghton's practice location on file with NPPES is 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429.
- What is David Houghton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Houghton is (504) 842-3980.
- Does David Houghton accept Medicare?
- David Houghton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Houghton's NPI active?
- Yes — David Houghton's NPI (1942352224) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-12-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.