Joseph Brierre, M.D.
NPI 1316918394 · Medical Oncology Physician · Lafayette, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Brierre, M.D. is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Lafayette, LA (NPI 1316918394).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316918394
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 019409 (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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,260 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 | 824 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 184 | $62 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 140 | $74 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 33 | $111 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 27 | $46 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 70 | 16 |
| Letrozole | 65 | 18 |
| Alprazolam | 33 | — |
| Dexamethasone | 30 | 18 |
| Prednisone | 29 | 16 |
| Anastrozole | 22 | — |
| Folic Acid | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$729 across 38 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 4809 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Ste 230Lafayette, LA 70508-8800Phone: (337) 470-2739Fax: (337) 470-6495
- 1200 Hospital Dr Ste 2Opelousas, LA 70570-6552Phone: (337) 942-7898
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-30
- Last updated
- 2022-11-10
- Certified
- 2022-11-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Brierre's NPI number?
- Joseph Brierre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316918394, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Brierre's specialty?
- Joseph Brierre is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Brierre located?
- Joseph Brierre's practice location on file with NPPES is 4809 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Lafayette, LA 70508-8800.
- What is Joseph Brierre's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Brierre is (337) 235-7898.
- Does Joseph Brierre accept Medicare?
- Joseph Brierre is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Brierre's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Brierre's NPI (1316918394) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-11-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.