Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sara Fernandez, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · New Orleans, LA
- NPI 1093773004
- Accepts Medicare
- 28 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 701212429
(504) 842-4000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1998 — 28 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.024185
- Medicaid
- LA #1489484
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1093773004. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
675
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$51,565
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 320 | 180 | $96 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 212 | 23 | $50 | |
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 84 | 20 | $34 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 59 | 36 | $129 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 101 peers in this city , average services per provider: 70. This provider delivers 9.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$23
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $22.57 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
6,323
Patients
1,425
Total drug cost
$76,438
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 793 | 152 | $10,661 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 603 | 149 | $6,888 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 601 | 162 | $5,840 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 565 | 155 | $2,860 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 529 | 99 | $5,648 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 510 | 114 | $5,575 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 399 | 77 | $9,412 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 393 | 70 | $3,997 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 329 | 74 | $4,681 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 328 | 90 | $2,099 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sara Fernandez's medical specialty?
Dr. Sara Fernandez practices Internal Medicine Physician in New Orleans, LA.
Where does Dr. Sara Fernandez practice?
Dr. Sara Fernandez practices at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 701212429. Office phone: 5048424000.
What is Dr. Sara Fernandez's NPI?
Dr. Sara Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093773004, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sara Fernandez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sara Fernandez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sara Fernandez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month (HCPCS 99439). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.