Christopher Bankhead, MD

Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

Christopher Bankhead is a Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Baton Rouge, LA with over 12 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(225) 761-6500Baton Rouge, LA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Christopher Bankhead, MD practices as part of a group sports medicine orthopaedic surgery specialist practice in Baton Rouge, LA. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 2014), he has been practicing for over 12 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 48% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 4 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in LASee all Orthopaedic Surgery in Baton Rouge12+ years experienceNPI since 2014

Older · 1881dNPPES updated 2021-03-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

10310 the Grove Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70836-6455

Fax: (225) 761-5702
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
Higher than avg (+19%)68%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
34%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%
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

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-2%)30%

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

Mood Disorders
30%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

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 · 2014

    Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans

  2. Board certified · Mar 29, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 12 years in practice

    Established

Orthopaedic SurgerySports Medicine in Baton RougeAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.

Taxonomy: 207XX0005X

Education & Training

Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 2014)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429

Differs from practice location

Virtual Sports Medicine Care With Christopher Bankhead

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher Bankhead 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 Christopher Bankhead

Dr. Bankhead is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Baton Rouge, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (225) 761-6500.

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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