Larry Bankston, MD
NPI 1710196548 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Larry Bankston, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1710196548).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710196548
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 203028 (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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
837 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 184 | $28 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 149 | $57 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 146 | $78 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 107 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 73 | $110 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 141 | 115 |
| Meloxicam | 90 | 78 |
| Gabapentin | 71 | 61 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 70 | 51 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 49 | 49 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 46 | 30 |
| Naproxen | 45 | 41 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$334 across 6 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1 North Stadium DriveTiger StadiumBaton Rouge, LA 70803-0001Phone: (225) 578-9244Fax: (225) 578-3924
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-21
- Last updated
- 2025-11-20
- Certified
- 2025-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Larry Bankston's NPI number?
- Larry Bankston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710196548, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Larry Bankston's specialty?
- Larry Bankston is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Larry Bankston located?
- Larry Bankston's practice location on file with NPPES is 8080 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810-7827.
- What is Larry Bankston's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Larry Bankston is (225) 924-2424.
- Does Larry Bankston accept Medicare?
- Larry Bankston is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Larry Bankston's NPI active?
- Yes — Larry Bankston's NPI (1710196548) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.