Lee Ellender, M.D.
NPI 1558364331 · Family Medicine Physician · Opelousas, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lee Ellender, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Opelousas, LA (NPI 1558364331).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558364331
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 024917 (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
21 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
3,451 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 953 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 603 | $119 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 528 | $59 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 404 | $2 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 161 | $13 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 106 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 474 | 117 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 284 | 66 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 242 | 57 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 205 | 48 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 199 | 54 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 192 | 33 |
| Glimepiride | 173 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$52 across 3 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
- 2005-05-24
- Last updated
- 2019-08-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lee Ellender's NPI number?
- Lee Ellender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558364331, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lee Ellender's specialty?
- Lee Ellender is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lee Ellender located?
- Lee Ellender's practice location on file with NPPES is 2967 S Union St, Opelousas, LA 70570-5740.
- What is Lee Ellender's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lee Ellender is (337) 594-8958.
- Does Lee Ellender accept Medicare?
- Lee Ellender is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lee Ellender's NPI active?
- Yes — Lee Ellender's NPI (1558364331) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-08-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.