Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lauren Edwards, NP
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1578098661
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5000 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 708084375
(225) 765-1737
fax (225) 765-1842 - Mailing address
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5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 708166038
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LA2100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #AP09144
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578098661. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
173
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$16,383
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 36 | 36 | $136 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 36 | 26 | $95 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 17 | 15 | $97 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 17 | 17 | $61 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 16 | 12 | $72 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 16 | 14 | $65 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 12 | 12 | $143 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 12 | 12 | $83 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 11 | 11 | $41 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Baton Rouge Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 42. This provider delivers 4.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$75
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esperion Therapeutics, INC. | 3 | $55.19 | |
| La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company | 1 | $20.07 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
494
Patients
173
Total drug cost
$13,542
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 85 | 36 | $2,161 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 75 | 35 | $3,397 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 50 | 27 | $1,250 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 41 | 16 | $487 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 39 | 18 | $1,096 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 35 | 16 | $3,217 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 28 | 11 | $236 |
| Citalopram Hbr (Citalopram Hydrobromide) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $142 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 20 | 0 | $100 |
| Methadone Hcl | Generic | 19 | 0 | $440 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lauren Edwards's medical specialty?
Dr. Lauren Edwards practices Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Lauren Edwards practice?
Dr. Lauren Edwards practices at 5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708084375. Office phone: 2257651737.
What is Dr. Lauren Edwards's NPI?
Dr. Lauren Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578098661, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lauren Edwards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lauren Edwards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lauren Edwards commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.