Luis Alvarez, M.D.
NPI 1174599559 · Gastroenterology Physician · New Iberia, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Luis Alvarez, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in New Iberia, LA (NPI 1174599559).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174599559
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 08364R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,858 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 746 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 399 | $89 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 389 | $65 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 306 | $79 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 248 | $126 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 1,491 | 441 |
| Famotidine | 783 | 211 |
| Omeprazole | 462 | 129 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 173 | 51 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 161 | 35 |
| Hydrocortisone | 94 | 88 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 76 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,666 across 95 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-27
- Last updated
- 2023-03-15
- Certified
- 2023-03-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Luis Alvarez's NPI number?
- Luis Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174599559, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Luis Alvarez's specialty?
- Luis Alvarez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Luis Alvarez located?
- Luis Alvarez's practice location on file with NPPES is 1100 Andre St, New Iberia, LA 70563-2159.
- What is Luis Alvarez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Luis Alvarez is (337) 364-9225.
- Does Luis Alvarez accept Medicare?
- Luis Alvarez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Luis Alvarez's NPI active?
- Yes — Luis Alvarez's NPI (1174599559) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.