DIANE FRIDLEY GONZALES M.D.
NPI 1992848774
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Opelousas, LA

Active since February 14, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
220 S MARKET ST, OPELOUSAS, LA 70570(337) 948-0226 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Diane Fridley Gonzales M.d. NPPES

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

DIANE FRIDLEY GONZALES M.D. (NPI 1992848774) is an individual psychiatry provider in Opelousas, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (09806R) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992848774
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDIANE FRIDLEY GONZALESCredential: M.D.
Location Address220 S MARKET STOpelousas, LA 70570-5140
Mailing Address1525 Myrtle PlLafayette, LA 70506-2537 · (337) 261-3198
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateFebruary 14, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1992848774 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 09806R
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
220 S MARKET ST, Opelousas, LA 70570

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINF89077LA
Medicaid1695360LA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Diane Fridley Gonzales 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 ID3173688249
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090224000755
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 Diane Gonzales reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center)
220 S MARKET ST
Opelousas, LA 70570
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Louisiana enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 2

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.
77 services48 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.
51 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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
$164.73 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $41.18 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

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.

Social Worker (Clinical)
220 S MARKET ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
Licensed Practical Nurse
220 S MARKET ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
Psychiatric Hospital
220 S MARKET ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
Social Worker (Clinical)
220 S MARKET ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
Counselor (Professional)
220 S MARKET ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
Licensed Practical Nurse
220 S MARKET ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
220 S MARKET ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570
Counselor
220 S MARKET ST
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570

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 Diane Gonzales's NPI number?

The NPI number for Diane Gonzales is 1992848774. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 14, 2007.

Where is Diane Gonzales located?

Diane Gonzales practices at 220 S Market St, Opelousas, LA 70570. The listed phone number is (337) 948-0226.

What is Diane Gonzales's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Diane Gonzales enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Diane Gonzales 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 Diane Gonzales's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Diane Gonzales reassigns Medicare benefits to Acadiana Area Human Services District (Opelousas, 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 Diane Gonzales's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Diane Gonzales accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 1 other insurer list Diane Gonzales 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 Diane Gonzales affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Diane Gonzales is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Diane Gonzales was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.