Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. George Chimento, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · New Orleans, LA
- NPI 1497759922
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1514 Jefferson Hwy, Ochsner Clinic
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-4000 - Mailing address
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Po Box 54851
New Orleans, LA 701544851
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 5, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #08733R
- Medicaid (2)
- LA #1429945 · MS #05181328
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497759922. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
325
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$77,635
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 84 | 69 | $65 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 68 | 62 | $94 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 61 | 52 | $34 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 28 | 28 | $1,257 | |
0055T |
Musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic operation using imaging guidance | 26 | 26 | $241 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 24 | 24 | $132 | |
G0180 |
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and | 20 | 19 | $50 | |
27130 |
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | 14 | 13 | $1,291 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in this city , average services per provider: 119. This provider delivers 2.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,592
Transactions
15
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Globus Medical, Inc. | 12 | $2,344.09 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 2 | $182.00 | |
| Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 1 | $66.26 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
129
Patients
60
Total drug cost
$1,369
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 80 | 47 | $251 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 19 | 13 | $20 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 17 | 0 | $412 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 13 | 0 | $687 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. George Chimento's medical specialty?
Dr. George Chimento practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in New Orleans, LA.
Where does Dr. George Chimento practice?
Dr. George Chimento practices at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121. Office phone: 5048424000.
What is Dr. George Chimento's NPI?
Dr. George Chimento's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497759922, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. George Chimento accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. George Chimento accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. George Chimento commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.