Diane Fridley Gonzales, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Diane Fridley Gonzales is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Opelousas, LA with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across LA can see Diane Fridley Gonzales, M.D. in person in Opelousas or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1992 and has 34+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, mood disorders, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 63% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.2%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
79
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
189
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,391
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.58M
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, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$733 received from industry
47 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
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 Diane Fridley Gonzales's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
1525 Myrtle Pl, Lafayette, LA 70506-2537
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Diane Fridley Gonzales
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Diane Fridley Gonzales for blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Opelousas 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 Diane Fridley Gonzales
NPI records show Dr. Gonzales as active with telehealth listed in Opelousas, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (337) 948-0226.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Diane Fridley Gonzales
Practice Location
220 S Market St, Opelousas, LA 70570-5140
Mailing Address
1525 Myrtle Pl, Lafayette, LA 70506-2537
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