Nicholas Lapara, M.D.
NPI 1396087359 · Internal Medicine Physician · New Iberia, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Lapara, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in New Iberia, LA (NPI 1396087359).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396087359
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,260 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 539 | $111 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 221 | $74 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 149 | $100 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 121 | $107 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 104 | $162 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 84 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 151 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 321 | 32 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 305 | 38 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 299 | 51 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 281 | 42 |
| Furosemide | 277 | 43 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 258 | 50 |
| Gabapentin |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-03-17
- Last updated
- 2017-01-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Lapara's NPI number?
- Nicholas Lapara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396087359, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Lapara's specialty?
- Nicholas Lapara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Lapara located?
- Nicholas Lapara's practice location on file with NPPES is 2315 E Main St, New Iberia, LA 70560-4031.
- What is Nicholas Lapara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Lapara is (337) 374-7606.
- Does Nicholas Lapara accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Lapara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Lapara's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Lapara's NPI (1396087359) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.