Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Charles Simmons, M. D.
Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) Physician (CMS: Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine) · Monroe, LA
- NPI 1518004142
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.2 / 100 · 2023
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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309 Jackson St
Monroe, LA 712010309
(318) 966-1870
fax (318) 966-1871 - Mailing address
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2308 Hillside RD
Ruston, LA 712705980
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 16, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207PE0005X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.017598
- Medicaid (2)
- LA #1339172 · LA #1339174
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518004142. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,900
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$199,720
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
70100 |
X-ray of part of lower jaw, 1-4 views | 603 | 529 | $21 | |
74230 |
Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function | 603 | 529 | $68 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 602 | 528 | $23 | |
70360 |
X-ray of soft tissue of neck | 590 | 517 | $18 | |
74240 |
Single contrast x-ray of upper digestive tract | 535 | 472 | $74 | |
71045 |
X-ray of chest, 1 view | 320 | 280 | $17 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 210 | 210 | $107 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 210 | 210 | $159 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 186 | 159 | $86 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 29 | 28 | $123 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 354. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Charles Simmons's medical specialty?
Dr. Charles Simmons practices Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (Emergency Medicine) Physician in Monroe, LA.
Where does Dr. Charles Simmons practice?
Dr. Charles Simmons practices at 309 Jackson St, Monroe, LA 712010309. Office phone: 3189661870.
What is Dr. Charles Simmons's NPI?
Dr. Charles Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518004142, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Charles Simmons accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Charles Simmons accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Charles Simmons commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of part of lower jaw, 1-4 views (HCPCS 70100); Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function (HCPCS 74230); X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72040). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.