Joel Thibodeaux, M.D.
NPI 1972698918 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Lake Charles, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Thibodeaux, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Lake Charles, LA (NPI 1972698918).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972698918
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N3344 (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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
982 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 429 | $36 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 229 | $27 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 129 | $33 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 56 | $79 |
| Preparation of Tissue for Examination By Removing Any Calcium Present88311 | 52 | $12 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 35 | $11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 5323 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75390-7208Phone: (214) 590-6598
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-04
- Last updated
- 2019-04-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Thibodeaux's NPI number?
- Joel Thibodeaux's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972698918, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Thibodeaux's specialty?
- Joel Thibodeaux is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Thibodeaux located?
- Joel Thibodeaux's practice location on file with NPPES is 1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601-8911.
- What is Joel Thibodeaux's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Thibodeaux is (337) 494-3190.
- Does Joel Thibodeaux accept Medicare?
- Joel Thibodeaux is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Thibodeaux's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Thibodeaux's NPI (1972698918) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.