Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Elena Cucurull, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1225061716
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
7373 Perkins RD
Baton Rouge, LA 708084326
(225) 769-4044
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 1, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #14609R
- Medicaid
- LA #1577081
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1225061716. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,912
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$152,683
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 2,700 | 24 | $23 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 343 | 187 | $119 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 234 | 148 | $8 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 212 | 29 | $1 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 163 | 101 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 162 | 107 | $10 | |
86140 |
Measurement c-reactive protein for detection of infection or inflammation | 155 | 98 | $5 | |
86235 |
Measurement of antibody for assessment of autoimmune disorder, any method | 138 | 23 | $17 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 138 | 98 | $85 | |
85652 |
Red blood cell sedimentation rate, to detect inflammation, automated | 83 | 58 | $3 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Baton Rouge Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 399. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,871
Transactions
81
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 33 | $814.29 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 8 | $182.27 | |
| Amgen INC. | 7 | $169.01 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 4 | $162.89 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 6 | $155.97 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 12 | $155.07 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 7 | $152.63 | |
| Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, Plc | 2 | $40.10 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $20.40 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 1 | $18.30 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,366
Patients
804
Total drug cost
$743,799
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 597 | 84 | $12,557 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 500 | 161 | $3,631 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 425 | 100 | $12,508 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 375 | 96 | $15,279 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 291 | 71 | $2,930 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 221 | 51 | $1,419 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 149 | 50 | $2,201 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 131 | 40 | $7,294 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 113 | 14 | $3,146 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 112 | 35 | $1,627 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Elena Cucurull's medical specialty?
Dr. Elena Cucurull practices Rheumatology Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Elena Cucurull practice?
Dr. Elena Cucurull practices at 7373 Perkins RD, Baton Rouge, LA 708084326. Office phone: 2257694044.
What is Dr. Elena Cucurull's NPI?
Dr. Elena Cucurull's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225061716, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Elena Cucurull accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Elena Cucurull accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Elena Cucurull commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.