Miguel Angel Aguilera, M.D.
Miguel Angel Aguilera is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in Metairie, LA with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Miguel Angel Aguilera, M.D. has practiced emergency medicine for 26+ years, working in group practice. A Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans graduate since 2000, he brings 26+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
Older · 787dNPPES updated 2024-03-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006-5329
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better16.85%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+11.8 pts)
16.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
66
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
154
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
267
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3k
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 (+19%) — 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 (+8%) — 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 (+6%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.2k received from industry
42 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 Miguel Angel Aguilera's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
Board certified · Mar 26, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Taxonomy: 207P00000X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
2700 Napoleon Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115-6914
Differs from practice location
Virtual Emergency Medicine Care With Miguel Angel Aguilera
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Miguel Angel Aguilera 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 Miguel Angel Aguilera
NPI records show Dr. Aguilera as active with telehealth listed in Metairie, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (504) 754-7200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006-5329
Mailing Address
2700 Napoleon Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115-6914
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