Gerald Sparks, MD
NPI 1477595932 · Family Medicine Physician · Hammond, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Sparks, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Hammond, LA (NPI 1477595932).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477595932
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- MD.021501 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,036 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 362 | $91 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 299 | $16 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 175 | $47 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 105 | $62 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 41 | $33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 127 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 741 | 202 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 483 | 120 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 482 | 127 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 464 | 128 |
| Losartan Potassium | 416 | 115 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 391 | 115 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-11
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Sparks's NPI number?
- Gerald Sparks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477595932, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Sparks's specialty?
- Gerald Sparks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Sparks located?
- Gerald Sparks's practice location on file with NPPES is 41676 Veterans Ave, Hammond, LA 70403-1412.
- What is Gerald Sparks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Sparks is (985) 543-3600.
- Does Gerald Sparks accept Medicare?
- Gerald Sparks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Sparks's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Sparks's NPI (1477595932) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.