Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Lugo, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Cardiac Surgery) · Lake Charles, LA
- NPI 1770582223
- Accepts Medicare
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 5 locations .
- Primary practice
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1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 2
Lake Charles, LA 706018990
(337) 494-6799
fax (337) 430-6950 - Additional location
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109 W 4Th St
Deridder, LA 706344849
(337) 494-3278
fax (337) 494-3240 - Additional location
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122 W 4Th St
Dequincy, LA 706333508 - Additional location
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1322 Elton RD Ste P
Jennings, LA 705464100
(337) 494-3278
fax (337) 494-3240 - Additional location
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913 E Kent Dr
Sulphur, LA 706635007
(337) 527-3610
fax (337) 527-6063 - Mailing address
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Po Box 122152 Dept 2152
Dallas, TX 753122152
Show 2 more locations
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 9, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #302965
- Medicaid
- LA #2426974
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770582223. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
474
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$172,215
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 119 | 110 | $119 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 58 | 56 | $79 | |
33533 |
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft | 47 | 47 | $1,673 | |
33508 |
Harvest of vein using an endoscope | 42 | 41 | $15 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 40 | 26 | $76 | |
33361 |
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery | 33 | 33 | $731 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 29 | 29 | $77 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 28 | 28 | $152 | |
35301 |
Removal of blood clot and portion of chest, neck, or brain artery | 23 | 23 | $1,091 | |
76998 |
Ultrasonic guidance during surgery | 23 | 23 | $60 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 39. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,788
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLS-Martin L.P. | 1 | $2,653.20 | |
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 2 | $48.50 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 2 | $29.99 | |
| ABIOMED | 1 | $24.86 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $16.48 | |
| Silk Road Medical, Inc. | 1 | $15.04 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
55
Patients
43
Total drug cost
$530
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 19 | 12 | $89 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 19 | 17 | $159 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 17 | 14 | $282 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Lugo's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Lugo practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Lake Charles, LA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Lugo practice?
Dr. Joseph Lugo practices at 1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 2, Lake Charles, LA 706018990. Office phone: 3374946799.
What is Dr. Joseph Lugo's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Lugo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770582223, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Lugo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Lugo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Lugo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221); Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft (HCPCS 33533). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.