Neil Romero, MD
NPI 1720176514 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Lafayette, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Neil Romero, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Lafayette, LA (NPI 1720176514).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720176514
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.203233 (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
726 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 353 | $115 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 132 | $45 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 50 | $46 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 39 | $35 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 35 | $57 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 24 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 57 | 37 |
| Gabapentin | 48 | 19 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 31 | 17 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 24 | 14 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 23 | 13 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 18 | — |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$721 across 9 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
- 2006-10-10
- Last updated
- 2016-11-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Neil Romero's NPI number?
- Neil Romero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720176514, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Neil Romero's specialty?
- Neil Romero is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Neil Romero located?
- Neil Romero's practice location on file with NPPES is 108 Rue Louis Xiv, Lafayette, LA 70508-5739.
- What is Neil Romero's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Neil Romero is (337) 235-8007.
- Does Neil Romero accept Medicare?
- Neil Romero is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Neil Romero's NPI active?
- Yes — Neil Romero's NPI (1720176514) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-11-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.