Chad Braden, MD

Family Medicine

Chad Braden is a Family Medicine specialist based in Baton Rouge, LA with over 29 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(225) 761-5480Baton Rouge, LA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 29 years in family medicine, Chad Braden, MD is a long-established family medicine physician in Baton Rouge. He graduated from University of Arkansas College of Medicine in 1997 and has 29+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 212 Family Medicine providers in LASee all Family Medicine in Baton Rouge29+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6743dNPPES updated 2007-12-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

9001 Summa Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70809-3726

Fax: (225) 761-5487
Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-4%)45%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+2%)36%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
32%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%
Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+1%)31%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-10%)22%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1997

    University of Arkansas College of Medicine

  2. 29 years in practice

    Experienced

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

University of Arkansas College of Medicine (Class of 1997)

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Chad Braden

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Chad Braden 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chad Braden

NPI records show Dr. Braden as active with telehealth listed in Baton Rouge, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (225) 761-5480.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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