Dennis Britten, M.D.
NPI 1982640876 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Natchitoches, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Dennis Britten, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Natchitoches, LA (NPI 1982640876).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982640876
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.199990 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
2,734 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 1,362 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 638 | $89 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 196 | $68 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 90 | $29 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 84 | $119 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 72 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 605 | 124 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 294 | 62 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 272 | 59 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 258 | 46 |
| Furosemide | 250 | 54 |
| Losartan Potassium | 244 | 62 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$164 across 10 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
- 2006-06-21
- Last updated
- 2024-12-10
- Certified
- 2024-12-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dennis Britten's NPI number?
- Dennis Britten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982640876, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Dennis Britten's specialty?
- Dennis Britten is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Dennis Britten located?
- Dennis Britten's practice location on file with NPPES is 501 Keyser Ave, Natchitoches, LA 71457-6018.
- What is Dennis Britten's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Dennis Britten is (318) 214-4550.
- Does Dennis Britten accept Medicare?
- Dennis Britten is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Dennis Britten's NPI active?
- Yes — Dennis Britten's NPI (1982640876) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.