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Dr. Paul Azar, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Ophthalmology Physician · Lafayette, LA
- NPI 1245222850
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 99.7 / 100 · 2023
- 56 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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516 Saint Landry St
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 235-7791
fax (337) 234-8230
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1970 — 56 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Louisiana #L011487 · Florida #ME86326
- Medicaid
- LA #1150649
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245222850. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
87
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$7,457
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 30 | 29 | $35 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 24 | 23 | $116 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 17 | 15 | $82 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 16 | 16 | $140 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Lafayette Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 197. This provider delivers 0.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$46
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $46.24 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
405
Patients
110
Total drug cost
$56,782
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 135 | 41 | $2,476 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 50 | 13 | $1,259 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 44 | 12 | $567 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 43 | 13 | $20,172 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 33 | 0 | $260 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 24 | 20 | $845 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $15,140 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $7,037 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $8,093 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 14 | 11 | $194 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Azar's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Azar practices Ophthalmology Physician in Lafayette, LA.
Where does Dr. Paul Azar practice?
Dr. Paul Azar practices at 516 Saint Landry St, Lafayette, LA 70506. Office phone: 3372357791.
What is Dr. Paul Azar's NPI?
Dr. Paul Azar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245222850, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Azar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Azar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Azar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.