Archie Melcher, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Archie Melcher is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Metairie, LA with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Archie Melcher, MD practices as part of a group neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Metairie, LA. A Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans graduate since 1988, he brings 38+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3800 Houma Blvd Suite 205, Metairie, LA 70006-4182
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 = better3.11%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
3.11% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
305
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
539
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,662
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $854k
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 (+11%) — 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$920 received from industry
57 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 Archie Melcher's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1988
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
3800 Houma Blvd Ste. 205, Metairie, LA 70006-4182
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Archie Melcher
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Archie Melcher 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 Archie Melcher
NPI records show Dr. Melcher as active with telehealth listed in Metairie, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (405) 885-7337.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Archie Melcher
Practice Location
3800 Houma Blvd Suite 205, Metairie, LA 70006-4182
Mailing Address
3800 Houma Blvd Ste. 205, Metairie, LA 70006-4182
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