Thomas Gaines, M.D.
NPI 1679731574 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Gaines, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1679731574).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679731574
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.204325 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 151 | 59 |
| Carvedilol | 115 | 44 |
| Spironolactone | 102 | 40 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 101 | 49 |
| Furosemide | 95 | 31 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 92 | 36 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 80 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$121 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 107 Maryland DrLuling, LA 70070-2163Phone: (985) 308-1604Fax: (985) 308-1605
- 3100 Gentilly BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70122-3854Phone: (504) 383-0599Fax: (504) 383-0594
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-05-28
- Last updated
- 2021-04-20
- Certified
- 2021-04-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Gaines's NPI number?
- Thomas Gaines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679731574, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Gaines's specialty?
- Thomas Gaines is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Gaines located?
- Thomas Gaines's practice location on file with NPPES is 3530 Houma Blvd Ste 300, Metairie, LA 70006-4203.
- What is Thomas Gaines's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Gaines is (504) 264-5142.
- Does Thomas Gaines accept Medicare?
- Thomas Gaines is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Gaines's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Gaines's NPI (1679731574) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.