Enrique Mendez, M.D.
NPI 1174605646 · Rheumatology Physician · Lake Charles, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Enrique Mendez, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Lake Charles, LA (NPI 1174605646).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174605646
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 024079 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
4,668 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 2,737 | $117 |
| Principal Care Management Services for a Single High-Risk Disease, Each Additional 30 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99427 | 346 | $43 |
| Principal Care Management Services for a Single High-Risk Disease, First 30 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99426 | 332 | $57 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 257 | $13 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 206 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 58 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 2,414 | 353 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 516 | 82 |
| Gabapentin | 445 | 104 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 401 | 70 |
| Prednisone | 327 | 84 |
| Pregabalin | 286 | 55 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,403 across 157 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
- 2006-10-20
- Last updated
- 2017-01-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Enrique Mendez's NPI number?
- Enrique Mendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174605646, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Enrique Mendez's specialty?
- Enrique Mendez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Enrique Mendez located?
- Enrique Mendez's practice location on file with NPPES is 501 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601-5724.
- What is Enrique Mendez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Enrique Mendez is (337) 312-8619.
- Does Enrique Mendez accept Medicare?
- Enrique Mendez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Enrique Mendez's NPI active?
- Yes — Enrique Mendez's NPI (1174605646) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.