Hrishikesh Samant, M.D.
NPI 1982087755 · Gastroenterology Physician · Shreveport, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hrishikesh Samant, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Shreveport, LA (NPI 1982087755).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982087755
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 7512 (NE)
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
10 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
383 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Follow-Up Inpatient Consultation, Complex, Physicians Typically Spend 35 Minutes Communicating With the Patient Via TelehealthG0408 | 70 | $98 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 42 | $235 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 30 | $93 |
| Telehealth Consultation, Emergency Department Or Initial Inpatient, Typically 70 Minutes Or More Communicating With the Patient Via TelehealthG0427 | 29 | $174 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 27 | $170 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 246 | 71 |
| Tacrolimus | 139 | 27 |
| Spironolactone | 91 | 34 |
| Furosemide | 74 | 28 |
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 73 | 13 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | 56 | — |
| Ursodiol | 43 | 16 |
| Lactulose | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$12,479 across 24 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
- 2015-06-30
- Last updated
- 2017-01-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hrishikesh Samant's NPI number?
- Hrishikesh Samant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982087755, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hrishikesh Samant's specialty?
- Hrishikesh Samant is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Hrishikesh Samant located?
- Hrishikesh Samant's practice location on file with NPPES is 1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103-4228.
- What is Hrishikesh Samant's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hrishikesh Samant is (318) 675-5982.
- Does Hrishikesh Samant accept Medicare?
- Hrishikesh Samant is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hrishikesh Samant's NPI active?
- Yes — Hrishikesh Samant's NPI (1982087755) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.