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

Active since June 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
151 OCHSNER BLVD STE H, GRETNA, LA 70056(504) 392-7123(504) 392-7823 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 31, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 31, 2026, Feb 7, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

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 Gretna, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.09377R) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Abbeville General Hospital, 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 Address151 OCHSNER BLVD STE HGretna, LA 70056-5256
Mailing Address3939 Houma Blvd Ste 18Metairie, LA 70006-2921 · (504) 392-7123 · Fax (504) 392-7823
Phone(504) 392-7123
Fax(504) 392-7823
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 31, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 31, 2026
✔ 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.
151 OCHSNER BLVD STE H, Gretna, LA 70056
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1955884LA

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Alexis Waguespack reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Spinecare Medical Group
Same address
Specialist
151 OCHSNER BLVD STE H
Gretna, LA 70056
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
NPI 1467540179 (504) 392-7123

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

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.
225 services63 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.
125 services52 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.
78 services21 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.
37 services18 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.
37 services20 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.
24 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Abbeville General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Abbeville, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190034
Location118 N Hospital DrAbbeville, LA 70510 · Vermilion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

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

SPINECARE MEDICAL GROUP
Specialist
151 OCHSNER BLVD STE H
GRETNA, LA 70056
Jefferson Parish (504) 392-7123

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 Alexis Waguespack's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexis Waguespack is 1457388035. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2006.

Where is Alexis Waguespack located?

Alexis Waguespack practices at 151 Ochsner Blvd Ste H, Gretna, LA 70056. The listed phone number is (504) 392-7123.

What is Alexis Waguespack's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine, with taxonomy code 207XS0117X.

Is Alexis Waguespack enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexis Waguespack 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Alexis Waguespack's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Alexis Waguespack reassigns Medicare benefits to Spinecare Medical Group (Gretna, LA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Alexis Waguespack's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Alexis Waguespack accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list Alexis Waguespack 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 Alexis Waguespack affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alexis Waguespack is affiliated with Abbeville General Hospital and Touro Infirmary.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexis Waguespack was last updated on August 31, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 56 days 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.