Bruce J Iteld, MD,FACC,FCCP,FSCAI
Bruce J Iteld is a Specialist based in Slidell, LA with over 53 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE, INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY
Bruce J Iteld, MD,FACC,FCCP,FSCAI has been part of the Slidell medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Tulane University School of Medicine (class of 1973), he has been practicing for over 53 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 54% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Uses generic medications more than 28% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 17% of MIPS-scored doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 912dNPPES updated 2023-11-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1810 Lindberg Dr Ste 2100, Slidell, LA 70458-8064
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202375/100
Louisiana avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.21%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Louisiana0.21% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.4%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,062
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,011
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
13,532
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.12M
Percentile rankings compared against 231 reporting peers in Louisiana.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$5.0k received from industry
96 transactions reported in 2024 ·High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Bruce J Iteld's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1973
Tulane University School of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 23, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
53 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1973)
Mailing address
Po Box 2209, Slidell, LA 70459-2209
Differs from practice location
Virtual Specialist Care With Bruce J Iteld
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Bruce J Iteld for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Slidell required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bruce J Iteld
NPI records show Dr. Iteld as active with telehealth listed in Slidell, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (985) 649-2700.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1810 Lindberg Dr Ste 2100, Slidell, LA 70458-8064
Mailing Address
Po Box 2209, Slidell, LA 70459-2209
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