Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joel Thibodeaux, M.D.
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Lake Charles, LA
- NPI 1972698918
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1701 Oak Park Blvd
Lake Charles, LA 706018911
(337) 494-3190 - Additional location
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5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 753907208
(214) 590-6598 - Mailing address
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Po Box 3780
Tupelo, MS 388033780
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 3, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Louisiana #025001 · Texas #N3344
- Medicaid
- LA #1423602
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972698918. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,453
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$47,266
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 680 | 296 | $35 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 309 | 66 | $27 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 204 | 135 | $33 | |
88311 |
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present | 71 | 68 | $12 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 63 | 47 | $78 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 45 | 41 | $11 | |
88300 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, limited examination | 29 | 28 | $4 | |
88108 |
Cell examination of specimen, concentration technique | 24 | 24 | $21 | |
88173 |
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report | 16 | 14 | $66 | |
88360 |
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual | 12 | 12 | $39 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 92. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joel Thibodeaux's medical specialty?
Dr. Joel Thibodeaux practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Lake Charles, LA.
Where does Dr. Joel Thibodeaux practice?
Dr. Joel Thibodeaux practices at 1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 706018911. Office phone: 3374943190.
What is Dr. Joel Thibodeaux's NPI?
Dr. Joel Thibodeaux's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972698918, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joel Thibodeaux accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joel Thibodeaux accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joel Thibodeaux commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure (HCPCS 88342). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.