Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Wascom, CRNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CMS: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)) · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1679744684
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5825 Airline Hwy
Baton Rouge, LA 708052408
(225) 358-1121 - Mailing address
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5313 Fort Gregg Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 708172610
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 367500000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #099146
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679744684. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
55
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$9,334
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00145 |
Anesthesia for retinal surgery | 29 | 25 | $200 | |
00400 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body | 14 | 14 | $126 | |
01480 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones | 12 | 12 | $147 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 60 peers in Baton Rouge Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, average services per provider: 30. This provider delivers 1.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$17
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $17.17 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Wascom's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Wascom practices Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Howard Wascom practice?
Dr. Howard Wascom practices at 5825 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 708052408. Office phone: 2253581121.
What is Dr. Howard Wascom's NPI?
Dr. Howard Wascom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679744684, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Wascom accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Wascom accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Wascom commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for retinal surgery (HCPCS 00145); Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body (HCPCS 00400); Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones (HCPCS 01480). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.