Christopher Scott Eckholdt, PH.D., M.P.
Prescribing (Medical) Psychologist
Christopher Scott Eckholdt is a Prescribing (Medical) Psychologist based in Lafayette, LA with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Christopher Scott Eckholdt, PH.D., M.P. runs an independent prescribing (medical) psychologist practice in Lafayette, LA. With 28+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Lafayette area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
93 Magnate Dr., Lafayette, LA 70508-3840
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.4%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.6 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
229
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
299
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,547
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $724k
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, High Cholesterol, and Depression.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ 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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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.
28 years in practice
Experienced
A licensed, doctoral-level psychologist authorized to prescribe and has undergone specialized education and training in preparation for prescriptive practice and has passed an examination accepted by the state board of psychology relevant to establishing competence for prescribing, and has received from the state board of psychology a current certificate granting prescriptive authority, which has not been revoked or suspended.
Taxonomy: 103TP0016X
Virtual Prescribing (Medical) Care With Christopher Scott Eckholdt
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher Scott Eckholdt for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to Lafayette 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 Scott Eckholdt
Dr. Eckholdt is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lafayette, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (337) 889-5830.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher Scott Eckholdt
Practice Location
93 Magnate Dr., Lafayette, LA 70508-3840
Mailing Address
93 Magnate Dr., Lafayette, LA 70508-3840
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