Miriam Azuoru
Patients across LA can see Miriam Azuoru in person in New Orleans or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport (class of 2012), she has been practicing for over 14 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3940dNPPES updated 2015-07-23 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1514 Jefferson Hwy Bh 629, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429
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 = better1.92%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
1.92% 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 74% of reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
106
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
555
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,778
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $470k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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 · 2012
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport
14 years in practice
Established
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Taxonomy: 208M00000X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport (Class of 2012)
Mailing address
1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospitalist Care With Miriam Azuoru
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Miriam Azuoru for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — 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 Miriam Azuoru
NPI records show Dr. Azuoru as active with telehealth listed in New Orleans, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (504) 842-0450.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Miriam Azuoru
Practice Location
1514 Jefferson Hwy Bh 629, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429
Mailing Address
1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429
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