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RONALD MCLENDON JR. M.D.
NPI 1013151091
Family Medicine in Gretna, LA

Active since April 22, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 19D2098628 · Microscopy
85.36/100
CMS Quality Rating
1500 LAFAYETTE ST, SUITE 141, GRETNA, LA 70053(504) 510-5511(504) 518-6378 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 9, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 9, 2022, Sep 24, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Ronald Mclendon Jr. M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

RONALD MCLENDON JR. M.D. (NPI 1013151091) is an individual family medicine provider in Gretna, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (204319) and active in the NPI registry since April 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Microscopy certificate valid through July 9, 2027, and is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013151091
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameRONALD MCLENDON JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address1500 LAFAYETTE ST, SUITE 141Gretna, LA 70053-5732
Mailing Address1500 Lafayette St, Suite 141Gretna, LA 70053-5732 · (504) 615-5981
Phone(504) 510-5511
Fax(504) 518-6378
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateApril 22, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 9, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 9, 2022
✔ NPI 1013151091 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 204319
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

1500 LAFAYETTE ST, Gretna, LA 70053
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ronald Mclendon Jr. M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9537341987
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110307001005
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) 19D2098628

Ronald C Mclendon Jr, MD · New Orleans, LA
Active · expires Jul 9, 2027
CLIA Number19D2098628
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateJuly 10, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateJuly 9, 2027
Laboratory DirectorRonald C. Mclendon Jr
Laboratory Phone(504) 510-5511
Laboratory LocationRonald C Mclendon Jr, MD4023 Behrman Palce, Suite M-1, New Orleans, LA 70114
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory in which a physician, midlevel practitioner or dentist performs no tests other than the microscopy procedures. This certificate permits the laboratory to also perform waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 14

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
646 services122 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
408 services115 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
238 services81 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
190 services73 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
153 services59 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
115 services75 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Slidell Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Slidell, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190040
Location1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458 · St. Tammany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70053 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$86.76 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.69 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.35 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $24.58 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

85.36/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality94.87
Promoting Interoperability96
Improvement Activities40
Cost26.33

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Treatment for Upper Respiratory Infection (URI)
83%30 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Breast Cancer Screening
47%388 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
31%669 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Chlamydia Screening for Women
58%156 patients
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
6%432 patients1/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
25%963 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
67%808 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
2%378 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
19%378 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
63%11,360 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
HIV Screening
38%1,464 patients3/55-star benchmark: 60%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
67%2,000 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
20%5,830 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
64%1,137 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
76%713 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 1% · 729 patients
Patients totalRate: 10% · 741 patients
10%741 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing A6212
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier11 claims145 services$9.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier22 claims658 services$4.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$34.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
3 suppliers22 claims22 services$16.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$7.66 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. JAMES D OKUN MD
General Practice
1500 LAFAYETTE ST, SUITE 141
GRETNA, LA 70053
Jefferson Parish (504) 301-0545
KRYSTAL LYNN JACKSON
Case Manager/Care Coordinator
1500 LAFAYETTE ST
GRETNA, LA 70053
Jefferson Parish (504) 533-9152
EXCEEDS THEIR NEEDS, INC.
Technician (Personal Care Attendant)
1500 LAFAYETTE ST, SUITE 150
GRETNA, LA 70053
Jefferson Parish (504) 366-8801
EXCEEDS THEIR NEEDS, INC
Day Training/Habilitation Specialist
1500 LAFAYETTE ST, SUITE 150
GRETNA, LA 70053
Jefferson Parish (504) 366-8801
S & C TOTAL LIVING INC.
Home Health
1500 LAFAYETTE ST, STE 119A
GRETNA, LA 70053
Jefferson Parish (504) 368-6226
EXCEEDS THEIR NEEDS, INC.
Day Training/Habilitation Specialist
1500 LAFAYETTE ST, SUITE 150
GRETNA, LA 70053
Jefferson Parish (504) 366-8801
EXCEEDS THEIR NEEDS, INC.
Technician (Personal Care Attendant)
1500 LAFAYETTE ST, SUITE 150
GRETNA, LA 70053
Jefferson Parish (504) 366-8801
ALTERNATIVE CARE CONSULTANTS, LLC
Counselor (Mental Health)
1500 LAFAYETTE ST
GRETNA, LA 70053
Jefferson Parish (504) 358-7323

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Ronald Mclendon's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ronald Mclendon is 1013151091. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 22, 2009.

Where is Ronald Mclendon located?

Ronald Mclendon practices at 1500 Lafayette St Suite 141, Gretna, LA 70053. The listed phone number is (504) 510-5511.

What is Ronald Mclendon's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Ronald Mclendon enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ronald Mclendon is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Does Ronald Mclendon hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) (number 19D2098628) is associated with this NPI, valid through July 9, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Ronald Mclendon accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Ronald Mclendon as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Ronald Mclendon affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ronald Mclendon is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ronald Mclendon was last updated on March 9, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.