Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Herrington, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Lafayette, LA
- NPI 1386710457
- Accepts Medicare
- 50 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
439 Heymann Blvd
Lafayette, LA 705032616
(337) 269-0963
fax (337) 269-0553
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 6, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1976 — 50 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #013681
- Medicaid
- LA #1311391
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386710457. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,784
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$177,324
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 420 | 223 | $31 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 232 | 185 | $120 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 165 | 165 | $244 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 149 | 91 | $59 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 119 | 115 | $105 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 87 | 60 | $77 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 79 | 72 | $75 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 69 | 69 | $160 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 53 | 53 | $175 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 48 | 14 | $60 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 304. This provider delivers 5.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$564
Transactions
31
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 16 | $228.96 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 4 | $141.91 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 2 | $36.09 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 2 | $35.11 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $32.62 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 1 | $20.72 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $20.62 | |
| Celltrion USA Inc. | 1 | $18.14 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $15.44 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $14.07 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,543
Patients
572
Total drug cost
$211,321
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 467 | 135 | $6,212 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 190 | 59 | $2,579 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 171 | 171 | $13,942 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 144 | 38 | $1,401 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 138 | 45 | $101,748 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 63 | 13 | $683 |
| Glycopyrrolate | Generic | 53 | 22 | $881 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 51 | 11 | $20,664 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 51 | 24 | $2,550 |
| Movantik (Naloxegol Oxalate) | Brand | 45 | 11 | $28,392 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Herrington's medical specialty?
Dr. James Herrington practices Gastroenterology Physician in Lafayette, LA.
Where does Dr. James Herrington practice?
Dr. James Herrington practices at 439 Heymann Blvd, Lafayette, LA 705032616. Office phone: 3372690963.
What is Dr. James Herrington's NPI?
Dr. James Herrington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386710457, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Herrington accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Herrington accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Herrington commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.