Ricardo Romero, MD
NPI 1366539991 · Gastroenterology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ricardo Romero, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1366539991).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1366539991
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD201763 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
390 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 60 | $77 |
| Review By Radiologist of Image From Tube Placement Into Bile Duct Using an Endoscope74328 | 49 | $22 |
| Destruction of Polyp Or Growth of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43270 | 48 | $202 |
| Ultrasound Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43259 | 38 | $192 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 35 | $117 |
| Insertion of Stent Into Pancreatic Or Bile Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43274 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 187 | 53 |
| Omeprazole | 106 | 27 |
| Sucralfate | 90 | 42 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 48 | 39 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 46 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 34 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 30 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$138 across 2 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)
- 1514 Jefferson HighwayNew Orleans, LA 70121Phone: (504) 842-4000
- 415 S 28th AveHattiesburg, MS 39401-7246Phone: (601) 268-5680Fax: (601) 268-5778
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-06
- Last updated
- 2026-01-13
- Certified
- 2026-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ricardo Romero's NPI number?
- Ricardo Romero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366539991, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ricardo Romero's specialty?
- Ricardo Romero is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ricardo Romero located?
- Ricardo Romero's practice location on file with NPPES is 7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 612, Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4366.
- What is Ricardo Romero's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ricardo Romero is (225) 769-5656.
- Does Ricardo Romero accept Medicare?
- Ricardo Romero is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ricardo Romero's NPI active?
- Yes — Ricardo Romero's NPI (1366539991) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.