Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Irfan Alam
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Lafayette, LA
- NPI 1770501447
- Accepts Medicare
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
4212 W Congress St, Suite 2400E
Lafayette, LA 705066765
(337) 984-4350
fax (337) 984-4351
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 19, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD 11659R
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770501447. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
467
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$47,608
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 138 | 82 | $76 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 131 | 96 | $83 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 69 | 64 | $125 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 21 | 13 | $114 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 20 | 20 | $103 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 19 | 19 | $228 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 16 | 16 | $112 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 16 | 16 | $115 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 14 | 14 | $90 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 12 | 12 | $167 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Lafayette Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 304. This provider delivers 1.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
481
Patients
210
Total drug cost
$149,442
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 183 | 50 | $1,694 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 63 | 59 | $1,018 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 62 | 23 | $794 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 54 | 15 | $41,496 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 38 | 37 | $2,838 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 30 | 12 | $2,065 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $282 |
| Humira Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $95,745 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $227 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $3,283 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Irfan Alam's medical specialty?
Dr. Irfan Alam practices Gastroenterology Physician in Lafayette, LA.
Where does Dr. Irfan Alam practice?
Dr. Irfan Alam practices at 4212 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA 705066765. Office phone: 3379844350.
What is Dr. Irfan Alam's NPI?
Dr. Irfan Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770501447, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Irfan Alam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Irfan Alam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Irfan Alam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.