Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Shute, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Covington, LA
- NPI 1124656632
- Accepts Medicare
- 6 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1202 S Tyler St
Covington, LA 704332330
(985) 898-4194
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2020 — 6 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 8, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2020 — 6 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #334868
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1124656632. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
48
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$7,999
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 48 | 48 | $167 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in this city , average services per provider: 81. This provider delivers 0.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
267
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$69,784
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 34 | 0 | $161 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 26 | 0 | $150 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 25 | 0 | $269 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 20 | 0 | $195 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $17,114 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 18 | 0 | $151 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 17 | 0 | $103 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $36,509 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | Generic | 16 | 0 | $309 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 15 | 0 | $264 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Shute's medical specialty?
Dr. James Shute practices Family Medicine Physician in Covington, LA.
Where does Dr. James Shute practice?
Dr. James Shute practices at 1202 S Tyler St, Covington, LA 704332330. Office phone: 9858984194.
What is Dr. James Shute's NPI?
Dr. James Shute's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124656632, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Shute accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Shute accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Shute commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.