DR. ARNOLD E BARZ MD
NPI 1710972559
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Shreveport, LA
Quality Rating: 82.29 out of 100 score
NPI Status: Active since September 19, 2005
Contact Information
1800 BUCKNER ST
SUITE C120
SHREVEPORT, LA
ZIP 71101
Phone: (318) 227-8899
Fax: (318) 222-0407
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 29
- Internal Medicine
- Nephrology
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About ARNOLD BARZ
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Arnold Barz, an internist established in Shreveport, Louisiana with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in nephrology and more than 29 years of experience. He graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1997. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1710972559 assigned on September 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RN0300X with license number 024080 (LA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 15 years ago.
- NPI
- 1710972559
- Provider Name
- DR. ARNOLD E BARZ MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C120 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101
- Location Phone
- (318) 227-8899
- Location Fax
- (318) 222-0407
- Mailing Address
- 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C120 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101
- Mailing Phone
- (318) 227-8899
- Mailing Fax
- (318) 222-0407
- Medical School Name
- LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE IN SHREVEPORT
- Graduation Year
- 1997
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 09-19-2005
- Last Update Date
- 07-01-2010
- Code Navigator
An internist like Arnold Barz is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Internal Medicine Nephrology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RN0300X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 024080
- License State
- LA
- Taxonomy Description
- An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue Max 70/50 $6700 - PPO
- Blue Max 90/70 $1500 - PPO
- Blue Max Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 50/50 $3300 - PPO
- Blue Max Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 50/50 $7500 Standardized Plan - PPO
- Blue Max Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 60/40 $5000 Standardized Plan - PPO
- Blue Max Copay (PCP, Specialist, Urgent Care) 75/55 $1500 Standardized Plan - PPO
- Blue Saver 60/40 $6100 - PPO
- Blue Saver 90/70 $3200 - PPO
- CHRISTUS Bronze - HMO
- CHRISTUS Bronze Essential - HMO
- CHRISTUS Bronze Essential Plus - HMO
- CHRISTUS Bronze Plus - HMO
- CHRISTUS Catastrophic - HMO
- CHRISTUS Gold - HMO
- CHRISTUS Gold Essential - HMO
- CHRISTUS Gold Essential Plus - HMO
- CHRISTUS Gold Plus - HMO
- CHRISTUS Silver - HMO
- 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
- Essential Bronze 6500 - POS
- Essential Gold 1500 - POS
- Freedom Silver 4000 - POS
- Savings Bronze 7700 - POS
- Standard Bronze 7500 - POS
- Standard Gold 1500 - POS
- Standard Silver 5000 - POS
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| H64512 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | LA | |
| 4E3227907 | MEDICARE ID-TYPE UNSPECIFIED (04) | LA | PROVIDER NUMBER |
| 1486469 | MEDICAID (05) | LA |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Arnold Barz 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.
Arnold Barz 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: 5193731321
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: I20110310001068
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.
Blood count, hemoglobin
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury
Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older)
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older)
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older)
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Ferritin (blood protein) level
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older)
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle
Injection, epoetin alfa-epbx, biosimilar, (retacrit) (for non-esrd use), 1000 units
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample
Iron level
Kidney function blood test panel
Magnesium level
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
Parathormone (parathyroid hormone) level
Total protein level, urine
Transferrin (iron binding protein) level
Urine microalbumin (protein) level
Vitamin d-3 level
A blood count, specifically hemoglobin, is a standard test that measures the amount of hemoglobin in your blood. Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout your body. This test helps assess your overall health and detect a variety of disorders such as anemia or polycythemia.
This service was performed 46 times for 20 patientsA Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
This service was performed 199 times for 180 patientsA creatinine level test measures the amount of creatinine in your blood. This substance is a waste product from normal muscle use. Higher levels can indicate possible kidney dysfunction or muscle injury. This test helps monitor kidney health.
This service was performed 196 times for 178 patientsDialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can’t do their job. A physician visit once a month ensures your treatment is working effectively and adjusts it if necessary. This service is available for individuals aged 20 years and older.
This service was performed 15 times for 14 patientsDialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
This service was performed 149 times for 64 patientsDialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
This service was performed 319 times for 65 patientsThis is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 91 times for 85 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
This service was performed 357 times for 184 patientsA Ferritin level test measures the amount of ferritin, a protein that stores iron, in your blood. It helps determine how much iron your body is storing. If levels are low, it may indicate iron deficiency, while high levels could signify conditions like iron overload.
This service was performed 30 times for 28 patientsFollow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
This service was performed 1,439 times for 387 patientsFollow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
This service was performed 22 times for 16 patientsHemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
This service was performed 161 times for 99 patientsHome dialysis services provide kidney treatment for patients aged 20 or older right in their own homes. This service includes necessary equipment, supplies, and support for performing dialysis. It's a convenient option that allows patients to maintain their daily routines while receiving essential care.
This service was performed 120 times for 19 patientsInitial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
This service was performed 125 times for 122 patientsThis procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
This service was performed 46 times for 20 patientsEpoetin alfa-epbx (Retacrit) is a biosimilar injection used for non-ESRD (End-Stage Renal Disease). It helps your body make more red blood cells, increasing your energy and well-being. It's usually given under the skin or into a vein by a healthcare professional.
This service was performed 840 times for 20 patientsThis procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
This service was performed 316 times for 271 patientsAn iron level test measures the amount of iron in your blood. Iron is crucial for producing hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout your body. This test helps identify iron deficiencies or excesses, which can lead to conditions like anemia or hemochromatosis.
This service was performed 29 times for 28 patientsA kidney function blood test panel checks how well your kidneys are working. It measures levels of various substances in your blood, including proteins, electrolytes, and waste products. The results can help detect potential kidney issues early.
This service was performed 296 times for 257 patientsA magnesium level test is a simple blood test that measures the amount of magnesium in your body. Magnesium is a crucial mineral that helps your nerves, muscles, and heart function properly. The test can help detect health conditions like kidney disease or malnutrition.
This service was performed 295 times for 256 patientsThis is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsThe Parathormone level test measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your blood. This hormone controls calcium and phosphorus levels in the body, which are vital for bone health. Abnormal levels may indicate issues like kidney disease or parathyroid gland disorders.
This service was performed 131 times for 124 patientsThe Total Protein Level in urine test measures the amount of protein present in your urine. This helps to check kidney health as high levels may indicate a problem. It's a simple, non-invasive procedure involving a urine sample.
This service was performed 184 times for 165 patientsA transferrin level test measures the amount of transferrin, a protein that carries iron, in your blood. This can help determine if your body has an iron deficiency or overload. It's a simple blood test and can provide valuable information about your overall health.
This service was performed 30 times for 28 patientsThe urine microalbumin level test measures the amount of a protein called albumin in your urine. This test helps to detect early signs of kidney damage. High levels of albumin may suggest your kidneys aren't functioning properly. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves providing a urine sample.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsA Vitamin D-3 level test measures the amount of Vitamin D-3, a crucial nutrient, in your body. This test helps identify if your levels are too low or too high. Low levels may lead to bone weakness, while high levels could harm your kidneys. It's a simple blood test.
This service was performed 128 times for 117 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $31.15 for a new patient copayment and $23.77 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 71101 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204
- Average New Patient Price $124.6
- Minimum New Patient Price $53.43
- Maximum New Patient Price $164.73
- Average New Patient Copayment $31.15
- 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 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $95.09
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.64
- Maximum Established Patient Price $133.62
- Average Established Patient Copayment $23.77
- 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.
Overall MIPS Quality Performance
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 82.29, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.
The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.
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Final Score: 82.29 out of 100
The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
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Quality Score: 83.06
The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category compromises 40% providers final MPIS scores.
There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
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Promoting Interoperability Score: 92
The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category compromises 25% providers final MPIS scores.
The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data. -
Improvement Activities Score: 40
The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category compromises 15% providers final MPIS scores.
The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category compromises 15% of providers final MPIS scores. -
Cost Score: 39.16
The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores. -
Cost Score: 39.16
The Cost performance category asses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category compromises 20% of providers final MPIS scores.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy | 100% | 196 |
| The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period | ||
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 96% | 1192 |
| Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter. This list must include ALL known prescriptions, over-the-counters, herbals, and vitamin/mineral/dietary (nutritional) supplements AND must contain the medications' name, dosage, frequency and route of administration | ||
| e-Prescribing | 89% | 785 |
| At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology. | ||
| Health Information Exchange | 4% | 138 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for at least one transition of care or referral. | ||
| Implementation of medication management practice improvements | Yes | N/A |
| Manage medications to maximize efficiency, effectiveness and safety that could include one or more of the following: Reconcile and coordinate medications and provide medication management across transitions of care settings and eligible clinicians or groups; Integrate a pharmacist into the care team; and/or Conduct periodic, structured medication reviews. | ||
| Medication Reconciliation | 37% | 70 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Patient-Specific Education | 50% | 627 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults | 34% | 415 |
| Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine | ||
| Practice Improvements for Bilateral Exchange of Patient Information | Yes | N/A |
| Ensure that there is bilateral exchange of necessary patient information to guide patient care, such as Open Notes, that could include one or more of the following: • Participate in a Health Information Exchange if available; and/or • Use structured referral notes. | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization | 56% | 404 |
| Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization | ||
| Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical Record | Yes | N/A |
| • Provide 24/7 access to MIPS eligible clinicians, groups, or care teams for advice about urgent and emergent care (e.g., MIPS eligible clinician and care team access to medical record, cross-coverage with access to medical record, or protocol-driven nurse line with access to medical record) that could include one or more of the following: • Expanded hours in evenings and weekends with access to the patient medical record (e.g., coordinate with small practices to provide alternate hour office visits and urgent care); • Use of alternatives to increase access to care team by MIPS eligible clinicians and groups, such as e-visits, phone visits, group visits, home visits and alternate locations (e.g., senior centers and assisted living centers); and/or Provision of same-day or next-day access to a consistent MIPS eligible clinician, group or care team when needed for urgent care or transition management. | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 45% | 627 |
| At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold certain information. | ||
| Secure Messaging | 1% | 627 |
| For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure message sent by the patient (or the patient-authorized representative) during the performance period. | ||
| Security Risk Analysis | Yes | N/A |
| Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process. | ||
| Specialized Registry Reporting | Yes | N/A |
| The MIPS eligible clinician is in active engagement to submit data to specialized registry. To earn a 5 % bonus in the promoting interoperability performance category score for submitting to one or more public health or clinical data registries also attest to PI_TRANS_PHCDRR_3_MULTI. | ||
| Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly | 0% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 415 |
| Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication. 2) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least two of the same high-risk medication | ||
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. Arnold Barz is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHRISTUS SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER HEALTH SYSTEM | 1453 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP SHREVEPORT, LA 71105 | (318) 681-5000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| WILLIS KNIGHTON MEDICAL CENTER | 2600 GREENWOOD ROAD SHREVEPORT, LA 71103 | (318) 212-4000 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| MINDEN MEDICAL CENTER | NO 1 MEDICAL PLAZA MINDEN, LA 71055 | (318) 377-2321 | Acute 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. | |||||||||
| 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 9 |
| Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit. | |||||||||
| 2 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 18 | 7 | 4 | 5 | 10 | |
| Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24. | |||||||||
| 2 + 7 + 2 + 0 + 1 + 8 + 7 + 4 + 5 + 1 + 0 + 24 = 61 | |||||||||
| Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit. | |||||||||
| 70 - 61 = 9 | 9 | ||||||||
The NPI number 1710972559 is valid because the calculated check digit 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1477548030 | DR. PHILIP J GARAVAGLIA MD Individual | Internal Medicine (Nephrology) | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C120 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-8899 |
| 1437144052 | DR. RAJA I ZABANEH MD,FACP Individual | Internal Medicine (Nephrology) | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C120 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-8899 |
| 1154317469 | DR. MICHAEL D ROKAW MD Individual | Internal Medicine (Nephrology) | 1800 BUCKNER ST STE C120 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-8899 |
| 1972599116 | PATRICIA T KENNEDY FNP Individual | Nurse Practitioner | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C120 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-8899 |
| 1407842644 | DONALD B SMITH NP Individual | Nurse Practitioner | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C120 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-8899 |
| 1679560379 | DR. ROBERT N MCCOY MD Individual | Internal Medicine (Nephrology) | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C120 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-8899 |
| 1255391678 | DR. LEONARD VINCENT MASTRODOMENICO M.D. Individual | Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology) | 1800 BUCKNER ST SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 222-1149 |
| 1770511107 | MRS. STACEY VAUGHN DURR RN, CFNP Individual | Nurse Practitioner (Family) | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C120 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-8899 |
| 1568523223 | MRS. JANINE L. MCDADE PT Individual | Physical Therapist (Pediatrics) | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C-200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
| 1992866677 | MS. ASHLEY M. SMITH DPT Individual | Physical Therapist (Pediatrics) | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C-200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
| 1861555955 | SUZANNE VINES MCMILLIAN LOTR Individual | Specialist | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
| 1114076353 | BETTY LYNETTE CRAIN PTA Individual | Physical Therapy Assistant | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-2009 |
| 1669661005 | BRANDI JOHNSTON LPC Individual | Counselor (Professional) | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
| 1275713497 | MRS. CHARLOTTE WRIGHT HERRING Individual | Speech-Language Pathologist | 1800 BUCKNER ST C-200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
| 1992985584 | MRS. LESLIE DAWN ARMSTRONG MPT Individual | Physical Therapist | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C-200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
| 1952582991 | THE CENTER FOR THERAPY PEDIATRIC THERAPY SERVICES Organization | Occupational Therapist (Pediatrics) | 1800 BUCKNER ST C-200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
| 1932380961 | MOLLY C WIERICK LOTR Individual | Occupational Therapist | 1800 BUCKNER ST C-200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
| 1356524078 | SHAWNA WOODS CHUMLEY LOTR Individual | Occupational Therapist | 1800 BUCKNER ST C-200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
| 1154508364 | DELTA MEDICAL SERVICES Organization | Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Provider Organization | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE B210 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 459-1600 |
| 1972741197 | MS. BRITTANY M JELLUM PTA Individual | Physical Therapy Assistant | 1800 BUCKNER ST SUITE C 200 SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 (318) 227-9002 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1710972559, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on September 19, 2005
The provider is located at 1800 Buckner St Suite C120 Shreveport, La 71101 and the phone number is (318) 227-8899
The provider's speciality is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RN0300X with a focus in Nephrology
The provider has more than 29 years of experience. He graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1997.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, CHRISTUS. 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.
The provider has an overall high rating in the following quality measures: quality clinical practices and patient outcomes and experiences , uses technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information.
Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $124.6 with an average copayment of $31.15 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $95.09 and an average copayment of 23.77. 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: Blood count, hemoglobin, Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count, Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury, Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older), Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older), Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older), Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes, Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes, Ferritin (blood protein) level, Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes, Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes, Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation, Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older), Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes, Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle, Injection, epoetin alfa-epbx, biosimilar, (retacrit) (for non-esrd use), 1000 units, Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample, Iron level, Kidney function blood test panel, Magnesium level, New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes, Parathormone (parathyroid hormone) level, Total protein level, urine, Transferrin (iron binding protein) level, Urine microalbumin (protein) level and Vitamin d-3 level.
The practitioner is affiliated to the following hospital(s): CHRISTUS SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER HEALTH SYSTEM, WILLIS KNIGHTON MEDICAL CENTER and MINDEN MEDICAL CENTER. Hospital affiliations are identified through self-reporting data and service claims based on the place of service.
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