Gerard Fitzgerald Sigue, M.D.
Gerard Fitzgerald Sigue is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Broussard, LA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Gerard Fitzgerald Sigue, M.D. runs an independent nephrologist practice in Broussard, LA. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 1994), he has been practicing for over 32 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 24% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4377dNPPES updated 2014-05-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202368.29/100
Louisiana avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-15.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.1%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
288
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
303
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,871
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $620k
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — 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 (+29%) — 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 (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$572 received from industry
25 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Gerard Fitzgerald Sigue's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
2308 E Main St Suite E, New Iberia, LA 70560-4041
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Gerard Fitzgerald Sigue
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gerard Fitzgerald Sigue for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Broussard 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 Gerard Fitzgerald Sigue
NPI records show Dr. Sigue as active with telehealth listed in Broussard, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (337) 608-9043.
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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Contact Gerard Fitzgerald Sigue
Practice Location
217 Gleneagles Cir, Broussard, LA 70518-6185
Mailing Address
2308 E Main St Suite E, New Iberia, LA 70560-4041
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