Stephen Lacour, MD
NPI 1497731988 · Urology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Lacour, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1497731988).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497731988
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 15444R (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
20 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
380 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 234 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 37 | $43 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan Behind Abdominal Cavity76770 | 29 | $103 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 28 | $163 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Abdomen76700 | 18 | $110 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 863 | 244 |
| Finasteride | 675 | 183 |
| Dutasteride | 260 | 63 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 77 | 56 |
| Potassium Citratebrand: Potassium Citrate Er | 68 | 19 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 46 | 13 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$47 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-16
- Last updated
- 2009-01-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Lacour's NPI number?
- Stephen Lacour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497731988, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Lacour's specialty?
- Stephen Lacour is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Lacour located?
- Stephen Lacour's practice location on file with NPPES is 4228 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006-3000.
- What is Stephen Lacour's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Lacour is (504) 412-1600.
- Does Stephen Lacour accept Medicare?
- Stephen Lacour is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Lacour's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Lacour's NPI (1497731988) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-01-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.