Gerald Barber, M.D.
NPI 1992704969 · Family Medicine Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Barber, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1992704969).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992704969
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 017635 (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
677 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 177 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 165 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 150 | $117 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 56 | $13 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 34 | $30 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 24 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 139 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 554 | 138 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 494 | 134 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 398 | 116 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 367 | 104 |
| Alprazolam | 366 | 77 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 339 | 98 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,274 across 118 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
- 2005-07-20
- Last updated
- 2021-01-07
- Certified
- 2021-01-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Barber's NPI number?
- Gerald Barber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992704969, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Barber's specialty?
- Gerald Barber is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Barber located?
- Gerald Barber's practice location on file with NPPES is 12525 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810-1907.
- What is Gerald Barber's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Barber is (225) 765-4256.
- Does Gerald Barber accept Medicare?
- Gerald Barber is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Barber's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Barber's NPI (1992704969) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.