DR. EDWARD I BLUTH MD
NPI 1598723462
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Covington, LA

NPI Status: Active since May 02, 2006

Contact Information

1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA
ZIP 70433
Phone: (985) 875-2828

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Years of Experience 55
  • Radiology
  • Diagnostic Radiology
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About EDWARD BLUTH

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Edward Bluth, a provider established in Covington, Louisiana with a medical specialization in Radiology, focusing in diagnostic radiology and more than 55 years of experience. He graduated from State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center in 1971. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1598723462 assigned on May 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2085R0202X with license number MD.014345 (LA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 18 years ago.

NPI
1598723462
Provider Name
DR. EDWARD I BLUTH MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
1000 OCHSNER BLVD COVINGTON, LA 70433
Location Phone
(985) 875-2828
Mailing Address
1514 JEFFERSON HWY NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Mailing Phone
(504) 842-4000
Medical School Name
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK DOWNSTATE MEDICAL CENTER
Graduation Year
1971
Is Sole Proprietor?
Yes
Enumeration Date
05-02-2006
Last Update Date
07-08-2007
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

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Classification

Radiology Diagnostic Radiology

Taxonomy Code
2085R0202X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
MD.014345
License State
LA
Taxonomy Description
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Blue Connect 80/60 $3200 (L) - POS
  • Blue Connect 80/60 $3200 (N) - POS
  • Blue Connect 80/60 $3200 (S) - POS
  • Blue Connect Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 50/50 $7500 Standardized Plan (L) - POS
  • Blue Connect Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 50/50 $7500 Standardized Plan (N) - POS
  • Blue Connect Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 50/50 $7500 Standardized Plan (S) - POS
  • Blue Connect Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 60/40 $5000 Standardized Plan (L) - POS
  • Blue Connect Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 60/40 $5000 Standardized Plan (N) - POS
  • Blue Connect Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 60/40 $5000 Standardized Plan (S) - POS
  • Blue Connect Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 75/55 $1500 Standardized Plan (L) - POS
  • Blue Connect Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 75/55 $1500 Standardized Plan (N) - POS
  • Blue Connect Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 75/55 $1500 Standardized Plan (S) - POS
  • Blue POS 60/40 $6500 - POS
  • Blue POS 70/50 $4550 - POS
  • Blue POS 80/60 $3200 - POS
  • Blue POS Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 50/50 $7500 Standardized Plan - POS
  • Blue POS Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 60/40 $5000 Standardized Plan - POS
  • Blue POS Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 75/55 $1500 Standardized Plan - POS
  • Blue POS Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 80/60 $1000 - POS
  • Community Blue 80/60 $3200 - POS

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
1192376MEDICAID (05)LA 
5M013MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04)LA 
B61576MEDICARE UPIN (02) 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Edward Bluth is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Edward Bluth is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 8123114709

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20071011000629

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity

A complete ultrasound scan behind the abdominal cavity is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses sound waves to create pictures of the structures and organs located at the back of your abdomen. It helps in diagnosing health conditions and monitoring ongoing treatments.

This service was performed 41 times for 39 patients

Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen

A complete ultrasound scan of the abdomen is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses sound waves to produce images of the organs in your abdomen, such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. It helps in diagnosing, monitoring, and planning treatments.

This service was performed 30 times for 29 patients

Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen

A limited ultrasound scan of the abdomen is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses sound waves to produce images of the abdominal organs such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. This helps to identify any abnormalities or issues.

This service was performed 41 times for 40 patients

Ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis artery and vein blood flow

An ultrasound of your abdomen and pelvis arteries and veins is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your blood vessels. This helps in assessing the flow of blood, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities. It's a safe, painless process.

This service was performed 16 times for 15 patients

Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue

An ultrasound scan of the head and neck soft tissue is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in these areas. It helps identify any abnormalities or issues, such as tumors, cysts, or infections. It's painless and doesn't involve radiation.

This service was performed 17 times for 17 patients

Ultrasound scan of transplanted kidney

An ultrasound scan of a transplanted kidney is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses sound waves to produce images of your kidney, helping to monitor its health and function. This test helps detect any potential issues early, ensuring the kidney is working properly.

This service was performed 14 times for 13 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $20.9 for a new patient copayment and $16.76 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 70433 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $83.6
  • Minimum New Patient Price $53.43
  • Maximum New Patient Price $164.73
  • Average New Patient Copayment $20.9
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.35
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.18

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213

  • Average Established Patient Price $67.06
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $16.64
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $133.62
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $16.76
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.16
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.4

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Edward Bluth is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER ACUTE1516 JEFFERSON HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
(504) 842-3000Acute Care Hospitals

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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation


The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.

Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation.
1598723462
Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit.
251881426412
Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24.
2 + 5 + 1 + 8 + 8 + 1 + 4 + 2 + 6 + 4 + 1 + 2 + 24 = 68
Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit.
70 - 68 = 22

The NPI number 1598723462 is valid because the calculated check digit 2 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or nearby location.

NPI Name / Type Taxonomy Address
1518960723MRS. T LANETTE WATSON MA CCCA
Individual
Audiologist1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1003819152DR. PATRICIA B GUIDRY MD
Individual
Internal Medicine1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1043203615 SMITA S PATEL MD
Individual
Family Medicine1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1700855970 KRISTEN FRANCE VALLIANT M.D.
Individual
Internal Medicine1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1346209806DR. DANIEL P. MOKRY
Individual
Obstetrics & Gynecology1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1629039318 LISA M CAMPEAU M.D.
Individual
Surgery1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1649232133 GREGORY J ECKHOLDT M.D.
Individual
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1427014612DR. WILLIAM T. BARFIELD MD
Individual
Internal Medicine1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1649237090DR. KIRK L BONNER MD
Individual
Family Medicine1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1023075488DR. DANIEL R BRONFIN MD
Individual
Pediatrics1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1659339794DR. RAFAEL S. DUCOS MD
Individual
Pediatrics (Pediatric Hematology-Oncology)1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1376501627 JOHN J EICK MD
Individual
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1720046121 JOSEPH D HAJJAR MD
Individual
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1508814690 THOM A FRANKLIN MD
Individual
Internal Medicine1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1619925229DR. JOHN A KALMAR MD
Individual
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1417906710DR. DENNIS KAY MD
Individual
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1902855737 ARTHUR J KENNEY MD
Individual
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1144270174DR. CARL E LOWDER JR. MD
Individual
Neurological Surgery1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1326098880 JOHN DAVID LINSON OD
Individual
Optometrist1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828
1104876754 RICHARD G MAREK JR. MD
Individual
Emergency Medicine1000 OCHSNER BLVD
COVINGTON, LA 70433
(985) 875-2828

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1598723462, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on May 02, 2006

The provider is located at 1000 Ochsner Blvd Covington, La 70433 and the phone number is (985) 875-2828

The provider's speciality is Radiology with taxonomy code 2085R0202X with a focus in Diagnostic Radiology

The provider has more than 55 years of experience. He graduated from State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center in 1971.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: HMO Louisiana, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to make sure your health plan is currently accepted.

Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary the provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $83.6 with an average copayment of $20.9 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $67.06 and an average copayment of 16.76. Please review your insurance plan or contact the provider directly to determine your specific costs.

The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity, Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen, Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen, Ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis artery and vein blood flow, Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue and Ultrasound scan of transplanted kidney.

The practitioner is affiliated to the following hospital(s): OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER ACUTE. Hospital affiliations are identified through self-reporting data and service claims based on the place of service.

This NPI record was last updated on May 02, 2006. To officially update your NPI information contact the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) at 1-800-465-3203 (NPI Toll-Free) or by email at [email protected].
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