Ira Thorla, M.D.
NPI 1730178047 · Dermatology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ira Thorla, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1730178047).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730178047
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 022785 (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
20 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
2,751 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,193 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 308 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 267 | $54 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 261 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 236 | $86 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 815 | 402 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 473 | 145 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 334 | 170 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 330 | 127 |
| Ketoconazole | 287 | 110 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 232 | 86 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 145 | 42 |
| Minoxidil | 127 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9,600 across 189 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
- 2005-10-19
- Last updated
- 2009-03-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ira Thorla's NPI number?
- Ira Thorla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730178047, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ira Thorla's specialty?
- Ira Thorla is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ira Thorla located?
- Ira Thorla's practice location on file with NPPES is 10154 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70809-2725.
- What is Ira Thorla's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ira Thorla is (225) 927-5663.
- Does Ira Thorla accept Medicare?
- Ira Thorla is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ira Thorla's NPI active?
- Yes — Ira Thorla's NPI (1730178047) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-03-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.