Quick answers
- Does Joshua M. Groetsch accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Joshua M. Groetsch 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 Joshua M. Groetsch see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 493 Original Medicare patients and 1,563 services for Joshua M. Groetsch. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Joshua M. Groetsch's NPI number?
- 1669497590. 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 Joshua M. Groetsch, 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 | 493 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 1,563 |
| Different services or procedures | 39 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 74 |
Most frequent services
- Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (92012)353 services
- Established patient complete exam of visual system (92014)352 services
- Imaging of retina (92134)156 services
- Exam of visual field with extended testing (92083)107 services
- Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (66984)104 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%
- Arthritis40%
- Diabetes34%
- Chronic kidney disease30%
- Ischemic heart disease26%
Hospitals where Joshua M. Groetsch works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Joshua M. Groetsch 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.
- Leonard J Chabert Medical CenterHouma, LA · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 3 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 190183
- 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 Joshua M. Groetsch is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 1046 Paul Maillard RdLuling, LA 70070 (985) 785‑8444
- 1990 Industrial BlvdHouma, LA 70363 (985) 868‑9300
- 1990 Industrial BoulevardHouma, LA 70363
- 2800 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Suite 125Metairie, LA 70002 (504) 833‑5573
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Joshua M. Groetsch as a member of these groups (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- South Louisiana Medical Associates113 clinicians in the group
- Joshua M. Groetsch, MD LLC5 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Luling
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Luling, LA — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in South Louisiana Medical Associates
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 New Orleans |
| Graduation year | 2001 (25 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1669497590 |
| 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