Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Shams Halat, MD
Cytopathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1609066109
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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5339 Odonovan Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 708084388
(225) 766-4999
fax (225) 767-4702 - Additional location
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2325 N Hullen St
Metairie, LA 700016909
(504) 509-6680
fax (504) 304-8487
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 10, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZC0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.203575
- Medicaid (2)
- MS #02303311 · LA #1070033
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609066109. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
460
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$16,513
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 232 | 106 | $35 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 89 | 22 | $27 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 44 | 41 | $33 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 35 | 21 | $77 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 24 | 12 | $12 | |
88173 |
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report | 20 | 14 | $66 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 16 | 14 | $11 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Baton Rouge Cytopathology Physician, average services per provider: 65. This provider delivers 7.1× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Shams Halat's medical specialty?
Dr. Shams Halat practices Cytopathology Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Shams Halat practice?
Dr. Shams Halat practices at 5339 Odonovan Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 708084388. Office phone: 2257664999.
What is Dr. Shams Halat's NPI?
Dr. Shams Halat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609066109, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shams Halat accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shams Halat accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Shams Halat commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure (HCPCS 88342). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.