Alfred Mathew Fogarty, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Alfred Mathew Fogarty is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Ruston, LA with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Alfred Mathew Fogarty, M.D. runs an independent psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Ruston, LA. A Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans graduate since 1992, he brings 34+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, depression, and schizophrenia (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 93% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1173dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
823 W California Ave, Ruston, LA 71270-4981
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.4%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.6 pts)
Top 7% of reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
38
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
65
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
834
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $72k
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 Mood Disorders, Depression, and Schizophrenia.
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%↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ 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 (-17%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$155 received from industry
9 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Alfred Mathew Fogarty's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
3109 English Turn, Ruston, LA 71270-2670
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Alfred Mathew Fogarty
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alfred Mathew Fogarty for mood disorder follow-ups, depression management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Ruston 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 Alfred Mathew Fogarty
Dr. Fogarty is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ruston, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (318) 251-9458.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Alfred Mathew Fogarty
Practice Location
823 W California Ave, Ruston, LA 71270-4981
Mailing Address
3109 English Turn, Ruston, LA 71270-2670
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