Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Hector Mena, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1801817572
- Accepts Medicare
- 60 yrs in practice
- Male
- 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
- February 4, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1966 — 60 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #03780R
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1801817572. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,538
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$62,092
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 231 | 128 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 227 | 110 | $84 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 173 | 102 | $117 | |
86235 |
Measurement of antibody for assessment of autoimmune disorder, any method | 126 | 21 | $18 | |
86140 |
Measurement c-reactive protein for detection of infection or inflammation | 97 | 63 | $5 | |
80076 |
Liver function blood test panel | 69 | 33 | $8 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 67 | 48 | $8 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 64 | 27 | $7 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 59 | 59 | $157 | |
84550 |
Uric acid level, blood | 58 | 44 | $4 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Baton Rouge Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 399. This provider delivers 3.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,903
Transactions
107
Manufacturers
14
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 21 | $764.11 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 25 | $623.35 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 21 | $487.33 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 6 | $210.91 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 10 | $207.62 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 8 | $187.91 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 8 | $182.27 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 1 | $102.62 | |
| Alnylam Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $36.70 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $22.68 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $20.40 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 1 | $19.62 | |
| Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, Plc | 1 | $19.48 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 1 | $18.30 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,055
Patients
559
Total drug cost
$33,646
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 496 | 134 | $2,404 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 408 | 92 | $9,180 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 231 | 60 | $3,518 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 151 | 33 | $870 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 145 | 45 | $7,537 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 108 | 28 | $527 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 105 | 39 | $2,304 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 68 | 13 | $3,219 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 61 | 23 | $686 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 59 | 31 | $1,059 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Hector Mena's medical specialty?
Dr. Hector Mena practices Rheumatology Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Hector Mena practice?
Dr. Hector Mena practices at 7373 Perkins RD, Baton Rouge, LA 708084326. Office phone: 2257694044.
What is Dr. Hector Mena's NPI?
Dr. Hector Mena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801817572, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Hector Mena accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Hector Mena accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Hector Mena commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.