Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Eric George, M.D.
Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician (CMS: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) · Metairie, LA
- NPI 1598826885
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4228 Houma Blvd, Suite 600B
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 454-2191
fax (504) 454-3106
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 18, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086S0105X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #11227R
- Medicaid
- LA #1663301
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598826885. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,174
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$446,197
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 986 | 451 | $35 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 985 | 451 | $39 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 788 | 334 | $8 | |
73200 |
Ct scan of arm without contrast | 448 | 310 | $134 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 296 | 211 | $88 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 295 | 216 | $123 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 232 | 153 | $53 | |
20605 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | 199 | 134 | $52 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 186 | 186 | $162 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 165 | 102 | $42 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Metairie Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 184. This provider delivers 28× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,672
Patients
1,898
Total drug cost
$16,812
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 634 | 309 | $2,889 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 406 | 283 | $2,845 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 363 | 325 | $1,010 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 353 | 328 | $2,446 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 331 | 221 | $2,414 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 122 | 99 | $476 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 94 | 45 | $2,104 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 83 | 70 | $685 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 80 | 66 | $392 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 80 | 49 | $380 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Eric George's medical specialty?
Dr. Eric George practices Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician in Metairie, LA.
Where does Dr. Eric George practice?
Dr. Eric George practices at 4228 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006. Office phone: 5044542191.
What is Dr. Eric George's NPI?
Dr. Eric George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598826885, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Eric George accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Eric George accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Eric George commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73130); X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73110); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.