Bethanne Fondren Carson, PMHNP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Bethanne Fondren Carson is a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Lake Charles, LA with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Bethanne Fondren Carson, PMHNP specializes in nursing, serving patients in Lake Charles, LA in group practice. She has been practicing since 2012 — over 14 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, depression, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 67% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 703dNPPES updated 2024-06-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
333 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Ste 220, Lake Charles, LA 70601-5888
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.7%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
164
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
233
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,624
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $625k
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, Depression, and Mood Disorders.
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
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.8k received from industry
182 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 Bethanne Fondren Carson's NPI.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Bethanne Fondren Carson, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 18, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
14 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LP0808X
Mailing address
401 Dr Michael Debakey Dr Ste 301, Lake Charles, LA 70601-5864
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatric/Mental Health Care With Bethanne Fondren Carson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Bethanne Fondren Carson for blood pressure monitoring, depression management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Lake Charles 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 Bethanne Fondren Carson
NPI records show Dr. Carson as active with telehealth listed in Lake Charles, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (337) 478-9331.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Bethanne Fondren Carson
Practice Location
333 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Ste 220, Lake Charles, LA 70601-5888
Mailing Address
401 Dr Michael Debakey Dr Ste 301, Lake Charles, LA 70601-5864
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Louisiana
See allDebbie Jerry Jarrett
New Orleans, LA
Vickey M Burnett, NP
Bossier City, LA
Henrietta Lee Chambers, NP
Jeanerette, LA