Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rafael Duchesne, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Dalton, GA
- NPI 1588657332
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1506 Broadrick Dr
Dalton, GA 307203011
(706) 278-3430
fax (706) 279-1327
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 21, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #041424
- Medicaid
- GA #00867061A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588657332. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
7,932
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$381,574
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 881 | 483 | $7 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 782 | 484 | $2 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 699 | 459 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 601 | 391 | $119 | |
84156 |
Total protein level, urine | 515 | 380 | $4 | |
82570 |
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury | 509 | 376 | $5 | |
83735 |
Magnesium level | 494 | 371 | $7 | |
80069 |
Kidney function blood test panel | 485 | 352 | $8 | |
84550 |
Uric acid level, blood | 395 | 316 | $4 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 378 | 100 | $334 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 197. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,549
Transactions
68
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 11 | $229.51 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, Inc. | 8 | $227.09 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 8 | $170.02 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 10 | $166.08 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 4 | $96.77 | |
| ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 4 | $92.86 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 3 | $79.06 | |
| AKEBIA THERAPEUTICS INC | 3 | $78.67 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 3 | $65.76 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 2 | $65.29 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 4 | $62.01 | |
| Vifor Pharma, Inc. | 3 | $53.92 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $47.28 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 1 | $22.32 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 1 | $22.24 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,725
Patients
529
Total drug cost
$344,279
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 221 | 74 | $2,165 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 192 | 66 | $1,575 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 173 | 56 | $2,558 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 139 | 43 | $2,226 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | Generic | 134 | 44 | $3,806 |
| Auryxia (Ferric Citrate) | Brand | 127 | 20 | $258,008 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 114 | 29 | $586 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 106 | 30 | $2,601 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 85 | 32 | $1,870 |
| Torsemide | Generic | 85 | 28 | $3,715 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rafael Duchesne's medical specialty?
Dr. Rafael Duchesne practices Nephrology Physician in Dalton, GA.
Where does Dr. Rafael Duchesne practice?
Dr. Rafael Duchesne practices at 1506 Broadrick Dr, Dalton, GA 307203011. Office phone: 7062783430.
What is Dr. Rafael Duchesne's NPI?
Dr. Rafael Duchesne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588657332, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rafael Duchesne accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rafael Duchesne accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rafael Duchesne commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Automated urinalysis test (HCPCS 81003); Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count (HCPCS 85025). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.