Clark Warden, M.D.

Surgery

Clark Warden is a Surgery specialist based in Covington, LA with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(985) 234-3000Covington, LA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Clark Warden, M.D. practices as part of a group surgery specialist practice in Covington, LA. A Tulane University School of Medicine graduate since 1984, he brings 42+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

1 of 19 Surgery providers in LASee all Surgery in Covington42+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 779dNPPES updated 2024-04-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

7015 Hwy 190 E Serv Rd Suite 200, Covington, LA 70433-4960

Fax: (985) 234-3002
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

11.92%

Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)

11.92% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

116

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

147

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

520

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $263k

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 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
Lower than avg (-5%)65%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+14%)63%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+11%)45%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
44%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+7%)41%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

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

Depression
Higher than avg (+8%)40%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)28%

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

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

Industry Payment Transparency

$2.4k received from industry

24 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Clark Warden'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 · 1984

    Tulane University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 3, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 42 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Taxonomy: 208600000X

Education & Training

Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1984)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816-6038

Differs from practice location

Virtual Surgery Care With Clark Warden

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Clark Warden for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Covington 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 Clark Warden

Dr. Warden is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Covington, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (985) 234-3000.

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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