Robert Aertker, M.D.
NPI 1780877944 · Internal Medicine Physician · Crowley, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Aertker, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Crowley, LA (NPI 1780877944).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780877944
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.201790 (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
18 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
1,082 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 Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 283 | $74 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 76 | $75 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 68 | $16 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 65 | $111 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 64 | $162 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 60 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 179 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 604 | 150 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 494 | 94 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 272 | 66 |
| Metformin Hcl | 267 | 59 |
| Gabapentin | 254 | 50 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 224 | 51 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$98 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-08-21
- Last updated
- 2021-10-01
- Certified
- 2021-10-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Aertker's NPI number?
- Robert Aertker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780877944, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Aertker's specialty?
- Robert Aertker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Aertker located?
- Robert Aertker's practice location on file with NPPES is 1325 Wright Ave Ste a, Crowley, LA 70526-2226.
- What is Robert Aertker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Aertker is (337) 783-4034.
- Does Robert Aertker accept Medicare?
- Robert Aertker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Aertker's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Aertker's NPI (1780877944) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.