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DR. NICHOLAS HUGH FRUGE JR. MD
NPI 1982644027
Emergency Medicine in Opelousas, LA

Active since June 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
539 E PRUDHOMME ST, OPELOUSAS, LA 70570(337) 981-8501 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 20, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Nicholas Hugh Fruge Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. NICHOLAS HUGH FRUGE JR. MD (NPI 1982644027) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Opelousas, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (020846) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, Inc, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982644027
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICHOLAS HUGH FRUGE JR.Credential: MD
Location Address539 E PRUDHOMME STOpelousas, LA 70570-6499
Mailing Address200 Corporate Blvd, Suite 201Lafayette, LA 70508-3870 · (800) 893-9698
Phone(337) 981-8501
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJune 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 20, 2015
✔ NPI 1982644027 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 020846
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
539 E PRUDHOMME ST, Opelousas, LA 70570
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINE68183LA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified5N377CP22LA
Medicaid1915181LA

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

Dr. Nicholas Hugh Fruge Jr. 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 ID4981640356
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050707000535
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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
408 services371 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
161 services147 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
80 services75 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190102
Location4801 Ambassador Caffery ParkwayLafayette, LA 70508 · Lafayette County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

TROY FUSILIER PHARMACIST
Pharmacist
539 E PRUDHOMME ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
St. Landry Parish (337) 831-1578
MRS. ALLISON MILLER DESHOTEL FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
539 E PRUDHOMME ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
St. Landry Parish (337) 407-4541
EMILY CAMILLE COLLIGAN PA
Physician Assistant
539 E PRUDHOMME ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
St. Landry Parish (337) 948-3011
DR. GERARD A. BALLANCO JR. M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
539 E PRUDHOMME ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
St. Landry Parish (337) 942-6883
SANDY F LEGER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
539 E PRUDHOMME ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
St. Landry Parish (337) 943-7128
MR. NICHOLAS SCOTT BOIES NP
Nurse Practitioner
539 E PRUDHOMME ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
St. Landry Parish (337) 948-3011
ST. LANDRY EXTENDED CARE HOSPITAL, LLC
General Acute Care Hospital
539 E PRUDHOMME ST, 6TH FLOOR
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
St. Landry Parish (337) 948-5184
OPELOUSAS GENERAL HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
Rehabilitation Unit
539 E PRUDHOMME ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
St. Landry Parish (337) 948-3011

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 Nicholas Fruge's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Fruge is 1982644027. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2006.

Where is Nicholas Fruge located?

Nicholas Fruge practices at 539 E Prudhomme St, Opelousas, LA 70570. The listed phone number is (337) 981-8501.

What is Nicholas Fruge's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Nicholas Fruge enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Fruge 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.

Is Nicholas Fruge affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Fruge is affiliated with Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Fruge was last updated on April 20, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.