John T Cole, MD
John T Cole is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in New Orleans, LA with over 45 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across LA can see John T Cole, MD in person in New Orleans or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 1981), he has been practicing for over 45 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have cancer, high cholesterol, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.09%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
3.09% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
189
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
288
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,422
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.57M
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 Cancer, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$264 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 John T Cole's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1981
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1981)
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With John T Cole
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John T Cole for follow-up consultations, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — 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 John T Cole
NPI records show Dr. Cole as active with telehealth listed in New Orleans, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (504) 842-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact John T Cole
Practice Location
1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429
Mailing Address
1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429
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