Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Frank de Paula, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · Covington, LA
- NPI 1821443581
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1000 Ochsner Blvd
Covington, LA 704338107
(985) 898-7150
fax (985) 898-7151 - Additional location
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890 E Travis St
La Grange, TX 789452364
(979) 968-2000 - Mailing address
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1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 701212429
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 19, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Louisiana #312423 · Texas #R5255
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821443581. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
54
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$4,747
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 25 | 18 | $99 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 15 | 13 | $64 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 14 | 14 | $94 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Covington Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 81. This provider delivers 0.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$53
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $34.13 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $18.37 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
704
Patients
333
Total drug cost
$9,318
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 100 | 50 | $1,640 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 84 | 36 | $941 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 63 | 23 | $759 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 53 | 30 | $494 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 48 | 27 | $772 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 44 | 17 | $336 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 40 | 16 | $623 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 38 | 20 | $445 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 37 | 18 | $640 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 36 | 15 | $171 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Frank de Paula's medical specialty?
Dr. Frank de Paula practices Family Medicine Physician in Covington, LA.
Where does Dr. Frank de Paula practice?
Dr. Frank de Paula practices at 1000 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 704338107. Office phone: 9858987150.
What is Dr. Frank de Paula's NPI?
Dr. Frank de Paula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821443581, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Frank de Paula accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Frank de Paula accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Frank de Paula commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); 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.