Eirinn Elizabeth Erny, MD

Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Eirinn Elizabeth Erny is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in New Orleans, LA with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(504) 529-5558New Orleans, LA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Eirinn Elizabeth Erny, MD practices as part of a group cardiologist practice in New Orleans, LA. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 2001), he has been practicing for over 25 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and depression.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 51% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
  • Uses generic medications more than 43% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 17 Internal Medicine providers in LASee all Internal Medicine in New Orleans25+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3740dNPPES updated 2016-02-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1020 Saint Andrew St, New Orleans, LA 70130-5022

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

0.41%

Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Louisiana

0.41% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

86.5%

Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Louisiana

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

25

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Prescription Recipients

242

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

3,401

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $384k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Depression.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+36%)68%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
68%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+26%)56%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2001

    Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans

  2. 25 years in practice

    Experienced

Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.

Taxonomy: 207RC0000X

Education & Training

Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 2001)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1340 Poydras St Suite 1640, New Orleans, LA 70112-1221

Differs from practice location

Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Eirinn Elizabeth Erny

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Eirinn Elizabeth Erny for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to New Orleans 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 Eirinn Elizabeth Erny

NPI records show Dr. Erny as active with telehealth listed in New Orleans, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (504) 529-5558.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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