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DR. WALTER PIERRE LEDET JR. M.D.
NPI 1619962479
Surgery in Sulphur, LA

Active since September 16, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
914 CYPRESS ST, SULPHUR, LA 70663(337) 527-6363(337) 528-2168 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Walter Pierre Ledet Jr. M.d. NPPES

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

DR. WALTER PIERRE LEDET JR. M.D. (NPI 1619962479) is an individual surgery provider in Sulphur, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (070975) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1968).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619962479
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WALTER PIERRE LEDET JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address914 CYPRESS STSulphur, LA 70663-5107
Mailing Address914 Cypress StSulphur, LA 70663-5107 · (337) 527-6363 · Fax (337) 528-2168
Phone(337) 527-6363
Fax(337) 528-2168
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1968
Enumeration DateSeptember 16, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1619962479 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 070975
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
914 CYPRESS ST, Sulphur, LA 70663
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Other Identifiers 4

Other721115080 70663 A003LA · Tricare
Other1816312002LA · Cigna
Other5136427LA · Aetna
Medicaid1145670LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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

Dr. Walter Pierre Ledet 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 ID3577607886
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100224000268
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 Walter Ledet reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Sulphur Surgical Clinc
0.1 mi
Surgery
914 CYPRESS ST
Sulphur, LA 70663
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023003803 (337) 527-6363

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 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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
209 services209 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
205 services151 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
147 services139 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.
19 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sulphur, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190013
Location701 East Cypress StreetSulphur, LA 70663 · Calcasieu County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70663 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
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%1,807 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Centered Surgical Risk Assessment and Communication
Percentage of patients who underwent a non-emergency surgery who had their personalized risks of postoperative complications assessed by their surgical team prior to surgery using a clinical data-based, patient-specific risk calculator and who received…
100%193 patients5/55-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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

SULPHUR SURGICAL CLINC
Surgery
914 CYPRESS ST
SULPHUR, LA 70663
Calcasieu Parish (337) 527-6363
STEPHEN B CASTLEBERRY MD
Surgery
914 CYPRESS ST
SULPHUR, LA 70663
Calcasieu Parish (337) 527-6363
CALCASIEU CAMERON HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT
Urology
914 CYPRESS ST
SULPHUR, LA 70663
Calcasieu Parish (337) 527-6363

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 Walter Ledet's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Ledet is 1619962479. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 16, 2005.

Where is Walter Ledet located?

Walter Ledet practices at 914 Cypress St, Sulphur, LA 70663. The listed phone number is (337) 527-6363.

What is Walter Ledet's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Walter Ledet enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Ledet 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 Walter Ledet's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Walter Ledet reassigns Medicare benefits to Sulphur Surgical Clinc (Sulphur, 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 Walter Ledet's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Walter Ledet accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Walter Ledet 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 Walter Ledet affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Walter Ledet is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Ledet was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.