Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. J West, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1477574002
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 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 7, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #08835R
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477574002. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,175
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$161,665
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 642 | 329 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 518 | 317 | $120 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 462 | 309 | $10 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 425 | 301 | $13 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 399 | 295 | $8 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 387 | 286 | $16 | |
81001 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated | 321 | 266 | $3 | |
84439 |
Thyroxine (thyroid chemical), free | 321 | 265 | $9 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 250 | 157 | $10 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 132 | 131 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 90 peers in this city , average services per provider: 110. This provider delivers 47× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
7,124
Patients
1,649
Total drug cost
$69,033
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 953 | 210 | $9,208 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 890 | 209 | $4,888 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 685 | 160 | $6,790 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 607 | 138 | $10,192 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 437 | 96 | $7,278 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 430 | 101 | $2,045 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 424 | 108 | $2,275 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 424 | 101 | $3,441 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 380 | 90 | $4,548 |
| Metformin Hcl Er (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 374 | 91 | $3,053 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. J West's medical specialty?
Dr. J West practices Internal Medicine Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. J West practice?
Dr. J West practices at 7373 Perkins RD, Baton Rouge, LA 708084326. Office phone: 2257694044.
What is Dr. J West's NPI?
Dr. J West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477574002, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. J West accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. J West accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. J West 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 99214); Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.