Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Neil Romero, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Lafayette, LA
- NPI 1720176514
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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108 Rue Louis Xiv
Lafayette, LA 705085739
(337) 235-8007
fax (855) 270-5479
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 29, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.203233
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720176514. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
670
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$85,074
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 296 | 168 | $116 | |
72110 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | 171 | 123 | $46 | |
72050 |
X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views | 43 | 34 | $48 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 28 | 28 | $157 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 27 | 23 | $35 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 23 | 19 | $59 | |
63048 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment | 21 | 14 | $207 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 17 | 14 | $7 | |
72148 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | 16 | 15 | $173 | |
22612 |
Fusion of spine in lower back | 14 | 14 | $1,379 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$721
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alphatec Spine, Inc | 6 | $503.00 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $128.63 | |
| Globus Medical, Inc. | 2 | $89.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
124
Patients
38
Total drug cost
$836
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 32 | 24 | $138 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 22 | 0 | $187 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 21 | 0 | $82 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 19 | 14 | $251 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 17 | 0 | $83 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 13 | 0 | $96 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Neil Romero's medical specialty?
Dr. Neil Romero practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Lafayette, LA.
Where does Dr. Neil Romero practice?
Dr. Neil Romero practices at 108 Rue Louis Xiv, Lafayette, LA 705085739. Office phone: 3372358007.
What is Dr. Neil Romero's NPI?
Dr. Neil Romero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720176514, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Neil Romero accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Neil Romero accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Neil Romero commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views (HCPCS 72110); X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views (HCPCS 72050). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.