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ROYCE BENJAMIN DARBONNE MD
NPI 1730767278
Family Medicine in Opelousas, LA

Active since March 29, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
138 LAZARO BLVD STE A, OPELOUSAS, LA 70570(337) 447-4025(888) 489-2605 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 30, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 30, 2024, Mar 29, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Royce Benjamin Darbonne Md NPPES

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

ROYCE BENJAMIN DARBONNE MD (NPI 1730767278) is an individual family medicine provider in Opelousas, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (344060) and active in the NPI registry since March 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System, and is a graduate of Other (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730767278
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameROYCE BENJAMIN DARBONNECredential: MD
Location Address138 LAZARO BLVD STE AOpelousas, LA 70570-9115
Mailing Address138 Lazaro Blvd Ste AOpelousas, LA 70570-9115 · (337) 447-4025 · Fax (888) 489-2605
Phone(337) 447-4025
Fax(888) 489-2605
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateMarch 29, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 30, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 30, 2024
✔ NPI 1730767278 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 · 344060
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.
138 LAZARO BLVD STE A, Opelousas, LA 70570
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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, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Royce Benjamin Darbonne 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 ID2769878537
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241107003662
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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
40 services40 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
24 services20 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
24 services13 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Opelousas General Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Opelousas, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number190017
Location539 East Prudhomme StreetOpelousas, LA 70570 · St. Landry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Acadia St Landry

Critical Access Hospitals · Church Point, LA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number191319
Location810 South Broadway StreetChurch Point, LA 70525 · Acadia County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70570 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
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

DARBONNE MEDICAL LLC
Family Medicine
138 LAZARO BLVD STE A
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
St. Landry Parish (337) 447-4025

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 Royce Darbonne's NPI number?

The NPI number for Royce Darbonne is 1730767278. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 29, 2021.

Where is Royce Darbonne located?

Royce Darbonne practices at 138 Lazaro Blvd Ste A, Opelousas, LA 70570. The listed phone number is (337) 447-4025.

What is Royce Darbonne's specialty?

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

Is Royce Darbonne enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Royce Darbonne 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 Royce Darbonne 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 1 other insurer list Royce Darbonne 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 Royce Darbonne affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Royce Darbonne is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System and Acadia St Landry.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Royce Darbonne was last updated on December 30, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.