Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Gary Blanchard
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Opelousas, LA
- NPI 1134123706
- Accepts Medicare
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1270 Attakapas Dr, Ste 502
Opelousas, LA 705706530
(337) 942-9977
fax (337) 942-8006
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 24, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #09513R
- Medicaid
- LA #1955124
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134123706. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
351
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$34,834
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 290 | 81 | $101 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 30 | 30 | $127 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 16 | 14 | $71 | |
99307 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes | 15 | 14 | $37 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 114. This provider delivers 3.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$222
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc | 2 | $221.86 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,746
Patients
150
Total drug cost
$66,274
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 236 | 30 | $1,400 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 188 | 20 | $2,160 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 133 | 12 | $1,515 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 132 | 18 | $1,523 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 117 | 11 | $1,507 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 116 | 18 | $1,969 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 110 | 18 | $605 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 97 | 0 | $818 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 95 | 11 | $1,088 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 93 | 0 | $942 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Gary Blanchard's medical specialty?
Dr. Gary Blanchard practices Internal Medicine Physician in Opelousas, LA.
Where does Dr. Gary Blanchard practice?
Dr. Gary Blanchard practices at 1270 Attakapas Dr, Opelousas, LA 705706530. Office phone: 3379429977.
What is Dr. Gary Blanchard's NPI?
Dr. Gary Blanchard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134123706, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Gary Blanchard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Gary Blanchard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Gary Blanchard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99305); Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.