James Bienvenu, M.D.
NPI 1396811402 · Gastroenterology Physician · Lafayette, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Bienvenu, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Lafayette, LA (NPI 1396811402).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396811402
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 016570 (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
2,089 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 673 | $31 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 205 | $231 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 192 | $61 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 149 | $119 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 143 | $112 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 721 | 182 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 288 | 287 |
| Omeprazole | 196 | 49 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 76 | 17 |
| Famotidine | 72 | 18 |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 66 | — |
| Sucralfate | 61 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$216 across 13 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
- 2006-11-28
- Last updated
- 2015-08-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Bienvenu's NPI number?
- James Bienvenu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396811402, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Bienvenu's specialty?
- James Bienvenu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Bienvenu located?
- James Bienvenu's practice location on file with NPPES is 439 Heymann Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503-2616.
- What is James Bienvenu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Bienvenu is (337) 269-0963.
- Does James Bienvenu accept Medicare?
- James Bienvenu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Bienvenu's NPI active?
- Yes — James Bienvenu's NPI (1396811402) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-08-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.