Frank De Paula, M.D.
NPI 1821443581 · Family Medicine Physician · Covington, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frank De Paula, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Covington, LA (NPI 1821443581).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821443581
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R5255 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
37 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 22 | $3 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 15 | $10 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $3–$10 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 56 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 106 | 42 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 99 | 41 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 68 | 30 |
| Losartan Potassium | 63 | 27 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 50 | 21 |
| Lisinopril | 46 | 15 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$53 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 890 E Travis StLa Grange, TX 78945-2364Phone: (979) 968-2000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-05-02
- Last updated
- 2022-08-19
- Certified
- 2022-08-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frank De Paula's NPI number?
- Frank De Paula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821443581, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frank De Paula's specialty?
- Frank De Paula is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Frank De Paula located?
- Frank De Paula's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433-8107.
- What is Frank De Paula's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frank De Paula is (985) 898-7150.
- Does Frank De Paula accept Medicare?
- Frank De Paula is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frank De Paula's NPI active?
- Yes — Frank De Paula's NPI (1821443581) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.