Charles A Murphy, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Charles A Murphy is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Lake Charles, LA with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across LA can see Charles a Murphy, M.D. in person in Lake Charles or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Howard University College of Medicine in 1984 and has 42+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, hypertension, and anxiety (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 45% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2829 4th Ave 150, Lake Charles, LA 70601-7887
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 = better0.94%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Louisiana0.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.9%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
75
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
186
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,916
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $459k
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, Hypertension, and Anxiety Disorders.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — 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 (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1984
Howard University College of Medicine
42 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
Howard University College of Medicine (Class of 1984)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Charles a Murphy
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Charles a Murphy for mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling — 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 Charles a Murphy
NPI records show Dr. Murphy as active with telehealth listed in Lake Charles, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (337) 477-7091.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Charles a Murphy
Practice Location
2829 4th Ave 150, Lake Charles, LA 70601-7887
Mailing Address
2829 4th Ave 150, Lake Charles, LA 70601-7887
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