Amanda Watts, M.D.
Amanda Watts is a Family Medicine specialist based in Baton Rouge, LA with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across LA can see Amanda Watts, M.D. in person in Baton Rouge or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (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). CMS MIPS quality score: 79.14/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Uses generic medications more than 40% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 41% of MIPS-scored doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 758dNPPES updated 2024-04-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Louisiana, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202379.14/100
Louisiana avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in LouisianaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.14%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
3.14% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.2%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
94
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
425
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,086
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $784k
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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.3k received from industry
75 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 Amanda Watts's NPI.
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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 New Orleans
Board certified · Apr 24, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
14 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 2012)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Amanda Watts
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Amanda Watts for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Baton Rouge 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 Amanda Watts
NPI records show Dr. Watts as active with telehealth listed in Baton Rouge, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (225) 272-0106.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Amanda Watts
Practice Location
8333 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806-7744
Mailing Address
8333 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806-7744
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