Quick answers
- Does Edward R. Hernandez accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Edward R. Hernandez accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Edward R. Hernandez see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 2,333 Original Medicare patients and 4,426 services for Edward R. Hernandez. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Edward R. Hernandez's NPI number?
- 1568406619. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Edward R. Hernandez, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 2,333 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 4,426 |
| Different services or procedures | 173 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 72 |
Most frequent services
- X-ray of chest, 1 view (71045)548 services
- Screening 3d breast mammography (77063)543 services
- Screening mammography (77067)541 services
- Ct scan head or brain without contrast (70450)200 services
- Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity (76770)193 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure75%
- High cholesterol75%
- Arthritis57%
- Diabetes38%
- Ischemic heart disease37%
- Anxiety37%
Hospitals where Edward R. Hernandez works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Edward R. Hernandez at these hospitals (updated October 2, 2026). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians. Star rating and emergency services: Hospital General Information (CMS), data updated October 26, 2026.
- North Oaks Medical CenterHammond, LA · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 2 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 190015
- Ochsner Medical Center - Baton RougeBaton Rouge, LA · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 4 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 190202
- Ochsner Medical Center AcuteNew Orleans, LA · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 4 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 190036
Practice locations
Addresses where Edward R. Hernandez is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 15790 Paul Vega MD DrHammond, LA 70403
- 15790 Paul Vega MD Drive Radiology De, North Oaks Medical Center HospitalHammond, LA 70403 (985) 230‑1683
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Edward R. Hernandez as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- North Oaks Medical Center LLC320 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Diagnostic Radiologyprimary
Other radiologists in Hammond
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Hammond, LA — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in North Oaks Medical Center LLC
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport |
| Graduation year | 2002 (24 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1568406619 |
| 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 October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Hospital General Information — CMS, data updated October 26, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- 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