Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Buzhardt, M.D.
Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Lafayette, LA
- NPI 1790003788
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 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
- May 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 18, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0114X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #301270
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1790003788. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,917
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$295,284
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3304 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg | 2,080 | 20 | $17 | |
J7325 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 864 | 14 | $9 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 572 | 346 | $84 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 222 | 86 | $7 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 195 | 144 | $42 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 185 | 134 | $67 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 163 | 122 | $42 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 121 | 112 | $119 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 112 | 75 | $36 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 85 | 85 | $156 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Lafayette Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 245. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$42,711
Transactions
44
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 41 | $42,653.34 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 2 | $42.89 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $14.81 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
348
Patients
232
Total drug cost
$2,190
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 101 | 60 | $433 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 65 | 51 | $671 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 59 | 17 | $372 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 35 | 23 | $118 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 33 | 31 | $106 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 23 | 22 | $217 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 18 | 17 | $146 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 11 | $127 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Buzhardt's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Buzhardt practices Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Lafayette, LA.
Where does Dr. Paul Buzhardt practice?
Dr. Paul Buzhardt practices at 4212 W Congress St Ste 3100, Lafayette, LA 705066771. Office phone: 3377033201.
What is Dr. Paul Buzhardt's NPI?
Dr. Paul Buzhardt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790003788, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Buzhardt accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Buzhardt accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Buzhardt commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg (HCPCS J3304); Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7325); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.