Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Rheumatology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1417061912
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
7373 Perkins RD
Baton Rouge, LA 708084326
(225) 769-4044
fax (225) 246-4359
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 10, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Louisiana #MD.203142 · Arkansas #E-4396 · Tennessee #41700
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417061912. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
41,063
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$970,994
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 25,557 | 33 | $13 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 9,300 | 16 | $42 | |
J1745 |
Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg | 3,831 | 13 | $31 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 501 | 269 | $117 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 286 | 63 | $57 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 204 | 143 | $8 | |
86140 |
Measurement c-reactive protein for detection of infection or inflammation | 137 | 104 | $5 | |
85652 |
Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, automated | 130 | 97 | $3 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 117 | 25 | $113 | |
96415 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, each additional hour | 113 | 18 | $25 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Baton Rouge Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 399. This provider delivers 103× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,916
Transactions
125
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 34 | $858.77 | |
| Amgen INC. | 27 | $608.30 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 20 | $370.12 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 9 | $189.93 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 8 | $187.88 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 8 | $182.27 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 5 | $130.92 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 1 | $102.62 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 5 | $99.46 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 2 | $59.30 | |
| Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, Plc | 2 | $40.10 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 1 | $25.49 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $22.68 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $20.40 | |
| Alnylam Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $18.04 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,646
Patients
750
Total drug cost
$1,765,839
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 504 | 159 | $4,853 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 414 | 126 | $8,213 |
| Leucovorin Calcium | Generic | 349 | 106 | $2,518 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 304 | 87 | $11,084 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 205 | 39 | $1,232 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 124 | 38 | $1,307 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 124 | 44 | $1,442 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 87 | 22 | $941 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 85 | 12 | $654,398 |
| Enbrel Sureclick (Etanercept) | Brand | 83 | 12 | $611,454 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat practices Rheumatology Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat practice?
Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat practices at 7373 Perkins RD, Baton Rouge, LA 708084326. Office phone: 2257694044.
What is Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417061912, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use (HCPCS J1602); Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0129); Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg (HCPCS J1745). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.