Quick answers
- Where does Richard Gitter see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Metairie, LA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Richard Gitter's specialty?
- Medicare lists Thoracic Surgery as the primary specialty.
- Does Richard Gitter accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Richard Gitter 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.
- What is the phone number for Richard Gitter?
- (504) 833-0111, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Richard Gitter's NPI number?
- 1487635215. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Richard Gitter is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 1 Galleria Blvd, Suite 100Metairie, LA 70001 (504) 833‑0111
- 2525 Severn Ave 4th FloorMetairie, LA 70002 (504) 833‑0111
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Richard Gitter as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Gitter Vein Institute3 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Thoracic Surgeryprimary
Other thoracic surgeons in Metairie
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Metairie, LA — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Tulane University School Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1992 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1487635215 |
| 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
- 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