Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Edward Yerger, M.D.
Specialist (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Lafayette, LA
- NPI 1053317693
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4212 W Congress St Ste 3100
Lafayette, LA 705066771
(337) 703-3201
fax (337) 703-3202 - Mailing address
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Po Box 919229
Dallas, TX 753919229
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 18, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #14189R
- Medicaid
- LA #1043923
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1053317693. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,676
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$283,930
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 464 | 352 | $84 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 263 | 206 | $42 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 137 | 125 | $42 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 130 | 53 | $7 | |
0055T |
Musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic operation using imaging guidance | 128 | 126 | $229 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 106 | 99 | $118 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 104 | 104 | $106 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 87 | 86 | $1,276 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 67 | 62 | $65 | |
27130 |
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | 43 | 42 | $1,238 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Lafayette Specialist, average services per provider: 95. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$716
Transactions
13
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 7 | $588.62 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 5 | $108.03 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $19.20 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
27
Patients
26
Total drug cost
$223
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 14 | 13 | $60 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $163 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Edward Yerger's medical specialty?
Dr. Edward Yerger practices Specialist in Lafayette, LA.
Where does Dr. Edward Yerger practice?
Dr. Edward Yerger practices at 4212 W Congress St Ste 3100, Lafayette, LA 705066771. Office phone: 3377033201.
What is Dr. Edward Yerger's NPI?
Dr. Edward Yerger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053317693, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Edward Yerger accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Edward Yerger accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Edward Yerger commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of knee, 4 or more views (HCPCS 73564); X-ray of hip, 2-3 views (HCPCS 73502). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.