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About Saul E. Garcia
Background and practice information
Saul E. Garcia is a physician assistant with over 11 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Metairie, LA area. He completed his medical training at Other and has been in practice since 2015. He currently practices at East Jefferson Physicians Group Llc.
Saul E. Garcia's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with bacterial infections and acne, bacterial infections, asthma and breathing difficulties.
Saul E. Garcia has received a strong quality rating of 82.0 out of 100 from Medicare's quality assessment program, reflecting a commitment to evidence-based care. Saul E. Garcia is in-network with 3 insurance providers, including Aetna, Humana, Medicare. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with his office before scheduling an appointment.
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East Jefferson Physicians Group Llc
Primary4228 Houma Blvd
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 503-4102
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Saul E. Garcia
Services & Procedures
Saul E. Garcia's clinical practice encompasses office visits, diagnostic testing, other services.
Office Visits
91 servicesSaul E. Garcia provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and new patient visit. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 51% below the billed amount.
Diagnostic Testing
60 servicesSaul E. Garcia orders and interprets diagnostic tests to support clinical decision-making, including detection test by nucleic acid for multiple types influenza virus and detection test by nucleic acid for respiratory syncytial virus, amplified probe technique and COVID PCR test. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 47% below the billed amount.
Other Services
12 servicesSaul E. Garcia provides additional clinical services, with infectious agent detection by nucleic acid ; severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 , amplified probe technique, making use of high throughput technologies as described by cms-2020-01-r being a key part of his practice. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 41% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Saul E. Garcia's treatment approach includes prescribing Azelastine Hcl, Buprenorphine Hcl/naloxone Hcl (Buprenorphine-naloxone), Doxycycline Hyclate for his patients. These medications are commonly used for treating bacterial infections and acne, bacterial infections. He prescribing profile reflects experience across a wide range of treatments, addressing multiple aspects of patient care within his specialty. Saul E. Garcia has treated a significant number of Medicare patients, demonstrating an established practice in this area.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Saul E. Garcia accepts 9 plans from 3 insurers, including Aetna, Humana, Medicare.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance and patient safety measures
High Performing
CMS Quality Score · Out of 100
Dr. Garcia received a quality score of 82.0 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), which evaluates physician assistants on clinical quality, patient safety, and use of health information technology. A score above 75 is considered high-performing by CMS standards. This score reflects Dr. Garcia's commitment to maintaining strong standards of care for patients in Metairie, LA.
Clinical Quality
70.2/100Measures the quality of care provided based on clinical outcomes and patient safety
Care Improvement
40.0/40Reflects participation in activities that improve clinical practice and patient engagement
Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System
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About Physician Assistant
Specialty overview and common conditions
A Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed medical professional who practices medicine as part of a healthcare team. PAs diagnose illnesses, develop and manage treatment plans, prescribe medications, perform procedures, assist in surgery, and provide comprehensive patient care across all medical speci...
Common conditions treated by physician assistant specialists:
- Diabetes Management
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Respiratory Infections
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saul E. Garcia
Does Garcia accept Medicare?
Yes, Garcia accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Garcia and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Garcia accept?
Garcia is in-network with 3 insurance providers, including Aetna, Humana, Medicare. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Garcia's office before scheduling.
Does Garcia offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Garcia does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other physician assistant providers in Metairie who offer telehealth.
What conditions does Garcia treat?
As a physician assistant specialist, Garcia commonly treats conditions including diabetes management, hypertension (high blood pressure), musculoskeletal injuries, respiratory infections, wound care and lacerations, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Garcia commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Garcia commonly prescribes medications including Azelastine Hcl, Buprenorphine Hcl/Naloxone Hcl, Doxycycline Hyclate. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Garcia during their consultation.
What is Garcia's quality rating?
Garcia has received a strong quality score of 82.0 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). This score reflects performance across quality measures, promoting interoperability, improvement activities, and cost efficiency.
Where did Garcia go to medical school?
Garcia completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 2015, bringing over 11 years of clinical experience.
Where is Garcia's office located?
Garcia practices at 4228 HOUMA BLVD, Metairie, LA 70006 at EAST JEFFERSON PHYSICIANS GROUP LLC. You can reach the office by calling (504) 503-4102.
How do I make an appointment with Garcia?
To schedule an appointment with Garcia, call the office at (504) 503-4102. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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