Quick answers
- Which hospitals does Edward S. Yerger work at?
- Medicare's official clinician data lists Edward S. Yerger at 3 hospitals: Iberia Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
- Where does Edward S. Yerger see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Lafayette, LA and Kaplan, LA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Edward S. Yerger's specialty?
- Medicare lists Orthopedic Surgery as the primary specialty.
- Does Edward S. Yerger accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Edward S. Yerger accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- Does Edward S. Yerger offer telehealth?
- Medicare's clinician data says Edward S. Yerger offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
- What is the phone number for Edward S. Yerger?
- (337) 261-6000, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Edward S. Yerger's NPI number?
- 1053317693. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Hospitals where Edward S. Yerger works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Edward S. Yerger at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.
- Iberia Medical CenterNew Iberia, LA · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 190054
- Ochsner Lafayette General Medical CenterLafayette, LA · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 190002
- Ochsner University Hospital and ClinicsLafayette, LA · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 190006
Practice locations
Addresses where Edward S. Yerger is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 2390 W Congress StLafayette, LA 70506 (337) 261‑6000
- 711 N Montgomery AveKaplan, LA 70548 (337) 643‑5380
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Edward S. Yerger as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Lafayette Health Ventures Inc309 clinicians in the group
- University Hospital and Clinics, Inc.82 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgeryprimary
Other orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Lafayette, LA — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans |
| Graduation year | 1999 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| Telehealth | Offers telehealth services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1053317693 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians