Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Abel, PA
Physician Assistant · Covington, LA
- NPI 1588233019
- Accepts Medicare
- 5 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1000 Ochsner Blvd
Covington, LA 704338107
(985) 875-2828 - Mailing address
-
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 701212429
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2021 — 5 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 7, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2021 — 5 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #328275
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588233019. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
627
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$44,695
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 273 | 188 | $77 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 156 | 132 | $53 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 119 | 102 | $80 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 51 | 47 | $54 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 17 | 15 | $116 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 11 | 11 | $116 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Covington Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 48. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$360
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $236.10 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $55.99 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $37.34 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 1 | $18.83 | |
| Saluda Medical Americas, INC. | 1 | $12.23 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
940
Patients
307
Total drug cost
$10,545
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 349 | 96 | $3,925 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 162 | 51 | $855 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 103 | 55 | $566 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 92 | 25 | $905 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 60 | 56 | $403 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 40 | 12 | $435 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 36 | 12 | $795 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 31 | 0 | $1,946 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 19 | 0 | $76 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 17 | 0 | $344 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Abel's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Abel practices Physician Assistant in Covington, LA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Abel practice?
Dr. Joseph Abel practices at 1000 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 704338107. Office phone: 9858752828.
What is Dr. Joseph Abel's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Abel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588233019, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Abel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Abel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Abel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.