Courtney Royal, MD
Courtney Royal is a Family Medicine specialist based in Hammond, LA with over 8 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Courtney Royal, MD specializes in family medicine, serving patients in Hammond, LA in group practice. She graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2018 and has 8+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Uses generic medications more than 43% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1759dNPPES updated 2021-07-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
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 = better2.74%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.4 pts)
2.74% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.6%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
102
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
523
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,432
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $680k
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 Arthritis.
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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 2018
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Board certified · Jul 28, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
8 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 2018)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Courtney Royal
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Courtney Royal for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hammond 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 Courtney Royal
Dr. Royal is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hammond, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (985) 543-3600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Courtney Royal
Practice Location
41676 Veterans Ave, Hammond, LA 70403-1412
Mailing Address
41676 Veterans Ave, Hammond, LA 70403-1412
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