Gerard Falgoust, M.D.
NPI 1720167869 · Internal Medicine Physician · Port Allen, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerard Falgoust, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Port Allen, LA (NPI 1720167869).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720167869
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 015656 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
920 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 343 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 157 | $118 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 116 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 58 | $81 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 56 | $125 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 264 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,035 | 213 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 917 | 224 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 602 | 138 |
| Alprazolam | 586 | 121 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 496 | 70 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 478 | 116 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$540 across 34 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
- 2006-11-02
- Last updated
- 2025-08-14
- Certified
- 2025-08-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerard Falgoust's NPI number?
- Gerard Falgoust's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720167869, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerard Falgoust's specialty?
- Gerard Falgoust is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerard Falgoust located?
- Gerard Falgoust's practice location on file with NPPES is 766 W Lake Dr, Port Allen, LA 70767-4272.
- What is Gerard Falgoust's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerard Falgoust is (225) 776-0730.
- Does Gerard Falgoust accept Medicare?
- Gerard Falgoust is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerard Falgoust's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerard Falgoust's NPI (1720167869) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.