Janine M Ferrier, MD
Janine M Ferrier is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Metairie, LA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Janine M Ferrier, MD has been part of the Metairie medical community since 2007 in independent practice. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 1999), she has been practicing for over 27 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 75% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6695dNPPES updated 2008-01-23 · 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.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.31%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.2 pts)
6.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.7%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.9 pts)
Better than 75% of reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
167
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
743
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
12,151
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $835k
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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.
Graduated medical school · 1999
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
27 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Janine M Ferrier
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Janine M Ferrier for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Metairie 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 Janine M Ferrier
NPI records show Dr. Ferrier as active with telehealth listed in Metairie, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (504) 836-9820.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2005 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70002
Mailing Address
1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
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