George Edwards, MD
NPI 1548229636 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Alexandria, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Edwards, MD is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Alexandria, LA (NPI 1548229636).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548229636
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 014574 (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
410 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 99 | $4 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 51 | $16 |
| Detection Test By Nucleic Acid for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Amplified Probe Technique87634 | 44 | $66 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus87426 | 43 | $32 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 42 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin | 63 | 58 |
| Prednisone | 57 | 53 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 48 | 46 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 34 | 32 |
| Methylprednisolone | 34 | 32 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 19 | 17 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 18 | 17 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-20
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Edwards's NPI number?
- George Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548229636, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Edwards's specialty?
- George Edwards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Edwards located?
- George Edwards's practice location on file with NPPES is 211 4th Street, Alexandria, LA 71301.
- What is George Edwards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Edwards is (318) 473-3111.
- Does George Edwards accept Medicare?
- George Edwards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Edwards's NPI active?
- Yes — George Edwards's NPI (1548229636) 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.