FIRAS HIJAZI M.D.
NPI 1962415943
Anesthesiology in Laplace, LA

Q: What is Firas Hijazi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Firas Hijazi is 1962415943. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 14, 2006.

Q: What is Firas Hijazi's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Firas Hijazi was last updated on May 20, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.

Active since August 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

66.05/100

CMS Quality Rating

502 RUE DE SANTE, SUITE 303, LAPLACE, LA 70068(504) 229-4866(504) 229-4860 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Firas Hijazi M.d. NPPES

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

FIRAS HIJAZI M.D. (NPI 1962415943) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Laplace, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (026645) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962415943

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameFIRAS HIJAZICredential: M.D.

Location Address502 RUE DE SANTE, SUITE 303Laplace, LA 70068-5418

Mailing Address5000 W Esplanade Avenue, #232Metairie, LA 70006-2551 · (504) 229-4866 · Fax (504) 229-4860

Phone(504) 229-4866

Fax(504) 229-4860

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateAugust 14, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 2016

✔ NPI 1962415943 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in LA · 026645

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.

502 RUE DE SANTE, Laplace, LA 70068

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINI01969

Medicare PIN4F883LA

Medicaid1056839LA

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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Firas Hijazi 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 ID8729075429

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040726000959

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 20

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.

497 services170 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

408 services61 patients

Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307

Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.

238 services146 patients

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

186 services42 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610

This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.

58 services34 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

58 services34 patients

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.

46 services46 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

35 services23 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

35 services23 patients

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967

Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.

32 services23 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.

29 services18 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.

29 services18 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

27 services24 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.

26 services26 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.

22 services16 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

22 services13 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.

19 services14 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

19 services13 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

17 services11 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

This procedure involves injecting medication into the upper or middle spine facet joint, a small joint in your back. This is done under imaging guidance for precision. It's a second-level procedure, meaning it's done on two separate joints. It can help reduce pain and inflammation.

17 services11 patients

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.

66.05/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

39.18

Reported Quality Measures

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.

22%7,442 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from certified EHR technology to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide electronic access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible…

56%1,494 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patient Access

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician: (1) The patient (or the patient authorized representative) is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit his or her health information; and (2) The MIPS eligible clinician…

100%1,494 patients5/55-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 certified EHR technology to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in…

99%1,494 patients5/55-star benchmark: 75%

View, Download and Transmit (VDT)

During the performance period, at least one unique patient (or patient-authorized representatives) seen by the MIPS eligible clinician actively engages with the EHR made accessible by the MIPS eligible clinician.

0%1,494 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 14

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

PAMELA ANN POURCIAU

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)

502 RUE DE SANTE, SUITE 103
LA PLACE, LA 70068

St. John The Baptist Parish (985) 653-9675

JOSE' M CUSCO' M.D.

Internal Medicine

502 RUE DE SANTE, SUITE 308
LA PLACE, LA 70068

St. John The Baptist Parish (985) 652-3500

CAULFIELD UROLOGY CENTERS

Urology

502 RUE DE SANTE, SUITE 206
LA PLACE, LA 70068

St. John The Baptist Parish (985) 652-2638

APARNA VELLANKI MD

Internal Medicine

502 RUE DE SANTE, SUITE 206
LA PLACE, LA 70068

St. John The Baptist Parish (985) 652-7774

RENE KOPPEL, M.D. - A PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL CORPORATION

Dermatology

502 RUE DE SANTE, SUITE #303
LA PLACE, LA 70068

St. John The Baptist Parish (985) 651-4432

COLETTE MARIE LEBLANC RD

Dietitian, Registered

502 RUE DE SANTE, STE 306
LA PLACE, LA 70068

St. John The Baptist Parish (985) 651-1557

LINDA G THOMPSON M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)

502 RUE DE SANTE, SUITE 106
LA PLACE, LA 70068

St. John The Baptist Parish (985) 653-5570

BRIAN NEIL BROGLE M.D.

Urology

502 RUE DE SANTE, SUITE 308
LA PLACE, LA 70068

St. John The Baptist Parish (985) 652-3500

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 Firas Hijazi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Firas Hijazi is 1962415943. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 14, 2006.

Where is Firas Hijazi located?

Firas Hijazi practices at 502 Rue De Sante Suite 303, Laplace, LA 70068. The listed phone number is (504) 229-4866.

What is Firas Hijazi's specialty?

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

Is Firas Hijazi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Firas Hijazi 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 Firas Hijazi 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 Firas Hijazi 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Firas Hijazi was last updated on May 20, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.