Darla Michele Rutherford Burnett, PH.D., M.P.

Psychologist

Darla Michele Rutherford Burnett is a Psychologist based in Baton Rouge, LA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(225) 769-2200Baton Rouge, LA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Darla Michele Rutherford Burnett, PH.D., M.P. has practiced psychology for 27+ years, working in group practice. She has been practicing since 2007 — over 27 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and mood disorders.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 7 Psychologist providers in LASee all Psychologist in Baton Rouge27+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 3369dNPPES updated 2017-03-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste. 200, Baton Rouge, LA 70810-1686

Fax: (225) 768-2185
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, Hypertension, and Mood 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

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+4%)74%

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

US avg: 70.2%

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

Mood Disorders
58%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+23%)57%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+5%)54%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+22%)54%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
40%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

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

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. 27 years in practice

    Experienced

PsychologistBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers

A psychologist is an individual who is licensed to practice psychology which is defined as the observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the application of psychological principles, methods, and procedures, for the purpose of preventing or eliminating symptomatic, maladaptive, or undesired behavior and of enhancing interpersonal relationships, work and life adjustment, personal effectiveness, behavioral health, and mental health. The practice of psychology includes, but is not limited to, psychological testing and the evaluation or assessment of personal characteristics, such as intelligence, personality, abilities, interests, aptitudes, and neuropsychological functioning; counseling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, and behavior analysis and therapy; diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorder or disability, alcoholism and substance abuse, disorders of habit or conduct, as well as of the psychological aspects of physical illness, accident, injury, or disability; and psycheducational evaluation, therapy, remediation, and consultation. Psychological services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups and the public.

Taxonomy: 103T00000X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 98509, Baton Rouge, LA 70884-9509

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychology Care With Darla Michele Rutherford Burnett

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Darla Michele Rutherford Burnett for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder 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 Darla Michele Rutherford Burnett

Dr. Burnett 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) 769-2200.

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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