Paul Spring
NPI 1356431845 · Otolaryngology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Spring is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1356431845).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356431845
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M.D.10918R (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
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
1,168 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 | 357 | $115 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 231 | $13 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 107 | $42 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 102 | $32 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 98 | $14 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 63 | $150 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin | 262 | 211 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 148 | 69 |
| Omeprazole | 116 | 62 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 67 | 28 |
| Cefdinir | 65 | 57 |
| Prednisone | 62 | 55 |
| Amoxicillin | 43 | 36 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$45 across 1 record (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
- 2006-10-13
- Last updated
- 2023-12-13
- Certified
- 2023-12-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Spring's NPI number?
- Paul Spring's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356431845, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Spring's specialty?
- Paul Spring is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Spring located?
- Paul Spring's practice location on file with NPPES is 3901 Houma Blvd Ste 500, Metairie, LA 70006-2927.
- What is Paul Spring's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Spring is (504) 454-1080.
- Does Paul Spring accept Medicare?
- Paul Spring is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Spring's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Spring's NPI (1356431845) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.