Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Heath Nugent, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Emergency Medicine Physician · New Orleans, LA
- NPI 1912206715
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2021 Perdido St
New Orleans, LA 701121352
(504) 903-3145
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 11, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Mississippi #23756 · Louisiana #205509
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1912206715. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
391
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$59,261
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 242 | 225 | $172 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 96 | 95 | $118 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 34 | 33 | $70 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 19 | 19 | $207 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 81 peers in New Orleans Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
114
Patients
110
Total drug cost
$553
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 47 | 46 | $203 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 26 | 24 | $157 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 23 | 22 | $155 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 18 | 18 | $37 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Heath Nugent's medical specialty?
Dr. Heath Nugent practices Emergency Medicine Physician in New Orleans, LA.
Where does Dr. Heath Nugent practice?
Dr. Heath Nugent practices at 2021 Perdido St, New Orleans, LA 701121352. Office phone: 5049033145.
What is Dr. Heath Nugent's NPI?
Dr. Heath Nugent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912206715, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Heath Nugent accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Heath Nugent accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Heath Nugent commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.