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GERGES SAMIR AZER MD
NPI 1265964480
Anesthesiology in Raceland, LA

Active since March 28, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
141 TWIN OAKS DR, RACELAND, LA 70394(985) 537-2666 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 9, 2023, Sep 8, 2021, Mar 29, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Gerges Samir Azer Md NPPES

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

GERGES SAMIR AZER MD (NPI 1265964480) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Raceland, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (336447) and active in the NPI registry since March 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, and maintains a secondary practice location in Pittsburgh.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265964480
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameGERGES SAMIR AZERCredential: MD
Location Address141 TWIN OAKS DRRaceland, LA 70394-2761
Mailing Address1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2429 · (504) 842-4000
Phone(985) 537-2666
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 9, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 9, 2023
✔ NPI 1265964480 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in LA · 336447✔ Licensed in PA · MT222272
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
141 TWIN OAKS DR, Raceland, LA 70394
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13471 5th Ave Bldg Suite402Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3215 · Phone (412) 647-5815

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

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Gerges Samir Azer Md 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 ID2264841212
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230911002631
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
22 services21 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.
20 services12 patients
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494
This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.
20 services12 patients
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483
This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.
19 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Ochsner Medical Center Acute

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190036
Location1516 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Charles Parish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Luling, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190079
Location1057 Paul Maillard RoadLuling, LA 70070 · St. Charles County
Emergency services

Leonard J Chabert Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houma, LA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number190183
Location1978 Industrial BlvdHouma, LA 70363 · Terrebonne County
Emergency services

Ochsner St Anne General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Raceland, LA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number191324
Location4608 Highway 1Raceland, LA 70394 · Lafourche County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lady Of The Sea General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Cut Off, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number191325
Location200 West 134th PlaceCut Off, LA 70345 · Lafourche County
Emergency services

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

MRS. LAURA CARR BLANCHARD FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
141 TWIN OAKS DR
RACELAND, LA 70394
Lafourche Parish (985) 537-2666
LHCG-IX LLC
Special Hospital
141 TWIN OAKS DR
RACELAND, LA 70394
Lafourche Parish (985) 537-7736
ANITA FAZZIO PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
141 TWIN OAKS DR
RACELAND, LA 70394
Lafourche Parish (985) 537-2666
ST ANNE REHABILITATON HOSPITAL, LLC
General Acute Care Hospital
141 TWIN OAKS DR
RACELAND, LA 70394
Lafourche Parish (985) 537-7736
KELSEY MORRIS WILLIAMS NP-C
Nurse Practitioner
141 TWIN OAKS DR
RACELAND, LA 70394
Lafourche Parish (504) 842-4000
OCHSNER CLINIC LLC
General Practice
141 TWIN OAKS DR
RACELAND, LA 70394
Lafourche Parish (985) 537-2666
MICHAEL BLANCHARD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
141 TWIN OAKS DR
RACELAND, LA 70394
Lafourche Parish (985) 537-2666
CHRISTINE C THISTLETHWAITE PA
Physician Assistant (Medical)
141 TWIN OAKS DR
RACELAND, LA 70394
Lafourche Parish (985) 537-2666

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 Gerges Azer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gerges Azer is 1265964480. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2017.

Where is Gerges Azer located?

Gerges Azer practices at 141 Twin Oaks Dr, Raceland, LA 70394. The listed phone number is (985) 537-2666.

What is Gerges Azer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Gerges Azer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gerges Azer 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.

What insurance does Gerges Azer accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana list Gerges Azer 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 Gerges Azer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gerges Azer is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center Acute, St Charles Parish Hospital, Leonard J Chabert Medical Center, Ochsner St Anne General Hospital and Lady Of The Sea General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gerges Azer was last updated on August 9, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.