Irfan Alam
NPI 1770501447 · Gastroenterology Physician · Lafayette, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Irfan Alam is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Lafayette, LA (NPI 1770501447).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770501447
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD 11659R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
476 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 159 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 71 | $83 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 58 | $122 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 53 | $111 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 29 | $162 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 129 | 125 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 125 | 39 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 66 | 23 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 34 | 14 |
| Omeprazole | 29 | — |
| Sucralfate | 25 | — |
| Cholestyramine (with Sugar)brand: Cholestyramine | 21 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-18
- Last updated
- 2013-12-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Irfan Alam's NPI number?
- Irfan Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770501447, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Irfan Alam's specialty?
- Irfan Alam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Irfan Alam located?
- Irfan Alam's practice location on file with NPPES is 4212 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA 70506-6765.
- What is Irfan Alam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Irfan Alam is (337) 984-4350.
- Does Irfan Alam accept Medicare?
- Irfan Alam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Irfan Alam's NPI active?
- Yes — Irfan Alam's NPI (1770501447) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-12-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.