Christopher Michael Alfred, DO

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

Christopher Michael Alfred is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Slidell, LA with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(985) 898-7420Slidell, LA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Christopher Michael Alfred, DO specializes in psychiatry & neurology, serving patients in Slidell, LA in group practice. A William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine graduate since 2017, he brings 9+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, depression, and anxiety.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 91% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 94 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in LASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Slidell9+ years experienceNPI since 2017

Older · 1370dNPPES updated 2022-08-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1051 Gause Blvd, Slidell, LA 70458-2951

Fax: (985) 661-3587
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

96%

Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.2 pts)

Top 9% of reporting doctors in Louisiana

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

48

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Prescription Recipients

96

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,507

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $72k

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.

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 High Cholesterol, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.

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

Depression
Higher than avg (+43%)75%

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

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+41%)75%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+1%)71%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+7%)56%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

Tobacco Use Disorder
35%

Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

Industry Payment Transparency

$115 received from industry

4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Christopher Michael Alfred's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

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

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2017

    William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine

  2. Board certified · Aug 21, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 9 years in practice

    Established

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 2017)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Christopher Michael Alfred

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher Michael Alfred for cholesterol management, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Slidell 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 Christopher Michael Alfred

NPI records show Dr. Alfred as active with telehealth listed in Slidell, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (985) 898-7420.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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