ALEXIS M WAGUESPACK M.D.
NPI 1457388035
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in Metairie, LA

Active since June 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3939 HOUMA BLVD STE 18, METAIRIE, LA 70006(504) 392-7123(504) 392-7823 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Alexis M Waguespack M.d. NPPES

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

ALEXIS M WAGUESPACK M.D. (NPI 1457388035) is an individual orthopaedic surgery of the spine provider in Metairie, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.09377R) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Touro Infirmary, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457388035
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0117X
Provider Legal NameALEXIS M WAGUESPACKCredential: M.D.
Location Address3939 HOUMA BLVD STE 18Metairie, LA 70006-2921
Mailing Address3939 Houma Blvd Ste 18Metairie, LA 70006-2921 · (504) 392-7123 · Fax (504) 392-7823
Fax(504) 392-7823
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 7, 2024
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 7, 2024
NPI 1457388035 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic Surgery of the SpineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0117X
License Licensed in LA · MD.09377R
Definition

Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.

3939 HOUMA BLVD STE 18, Metairie, LA 70006

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1955884LA

Accepted 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

Alexis M Waguespack 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 ID4385673045
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061101000319
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 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
342 services96 patients
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views 72100
An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.
207 services90 patients
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885
Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.
67 services32 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
58 services34 patients
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views 72040
An X-ray of the upper spine, with 2-3 views, is a painless procedure that employs a small amount of radiation to capture images of your neck and upper back. It assists in diagnosing conditions like arthritis, fractures, or spinal deformities.
40 services22 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
30 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Touro Infirmary

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190046
Location1401 Foucher StreetNew Orleans, LA 70115 · Orleans County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
0%663 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
96%2,523 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
82%303 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
99%400 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
9%1,113 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
23%1,089 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
75%1,113 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
3%1,113 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
24%1,113 patients
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Specialist
3939 HOUMA BLVD STE 18
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Physician Assistant
3939 HOUMA BLVD STE 18
METAIRIE, LA 70006

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1457388035, enumerated as an "individual" on June 27, 2006.

The provider is located at 3939 HOUMA BLVD STE 18 METAIRIE, LA 70006 and the phone number is (504) 392-7123.

Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207XS0117X and a focus in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Alexis Waguespack is affiliated with: TOURO INFIRMARY.