Alexis Waguespack, M.D.
NPI 1457388035 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexis Waguespack, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1457388035).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457388035
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD.09377R (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
424 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 | 225 | $121 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 125 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 37 | $37 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 37 | $14 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $14–$121 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 317 | 109 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 182 | 65 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 95 | 28 |
| Gabapentin | 68 | 23 |
| Diazepam | 67 | 22 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 64 | 25 |
| Tizanidine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$8,781 across 17 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
- 2006-06-27
- Last updated
- 2024-02-07
- Certified
- 2024-02-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexis Waguespack's NPI number?
- Alexis Waguespack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457388035, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexis Waguespack's specialty?
- Alexis Waguespack is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexis Waguespack located?
- Alexis Waguespack's practice location on file with NPPES is 3939 Houma Blvd Ste 18, Metairie, LA 70006-2921.
- What is Alexis Waguespack's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexis Waguespack is (504) 392-7123.
- Does Alexis Waguespack accept Medicare?
- Alexis Waguespack is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexis Waguespack's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexis Waguespack's NPI (1457388035) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.