Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Dimtcho Popov, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Monroe, LA
- NPI 1740289230
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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711 Wood St Ste A
Monroe, LA 712017564
(318) 323-8847
fax (318) 387-8804 - Mailing address
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3368 Highway 280, Suite G-10
Alexander City, AL 350103393
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 10, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #343543
- Medicaid
- AL #529917040
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740289230. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,041
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$261,885
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 835 | 248 | $10 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 772 | 245 | $8 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 741 | 236 | $4 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 639 | 233 | $92 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 387 | 179 | $132 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 183 | 84 | $13 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 169 | 26 | $337 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 165 | 74 | $10 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 103 | 66 | $16 | |
84439 |
Thyroxine (thyroid chemical), free | 101 | 64 | $9 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Monroe Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 158. This provider delivers 32× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
6,880
Patients
1,697
Total drug cost
$109,159
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 893 | 233 | $6,493 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | Generic | 703 | 150 | $11,626 |
| Torsemide | Generic | 673 | 155 | $9,972 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 660 | 177 | $10,704 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 529 | 134 | $7,736 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 490 | 109 | $3,819 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 411 | 96 | $20,856 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 395 | 96 | $3,524 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 364 | 94 | $4,644 |
| Glimepiride | Generic | 347 | 84 | $4,781 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Dimtcho Popov's medical specialty?
Dr. Dimtcho Popov practices Nephrology Physician in Monroe, LA.
Where does Dr. Dimtcho Popov practice?
Dr. Dimtcho Popov practices at 711 Wood St Ste A, Monroe, LA 712017564. Office phone: 3183238847.
What is Dr. Dimtcho Popov's NPI?
Dr. Dimtcho Popov's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740289230, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Dimtcho Popov accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Dimtcho Popov accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Dimtcho Popov commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053); Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count (HCPCS 85025); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.