Erik Burton
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Erik Burton is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Shreveport, LA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across LA can see Erik Burton in person in Shreveport or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport graduate since 2004, he brings 22+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 640dNPPES updated 2024-08-21 · 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.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.65%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
1.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better74.8%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
194
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
171
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,211
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $6.54M
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 Diabetes.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.6k received from industry
101 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 Erik Burton's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport
Board certified · Aug 20, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
1541 Kings Hwy Attn: Payor Credentialing, Shreveport, LA 71103-4228
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Erik Burton
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Erik Burton for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Shreveport 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 Erik Burton
Dr. Burton is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Shreveport, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (318) 626-0000.
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 Erik Burton
Practice Location
1541 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103-4228
Mailing Address
1541 Kings Hwy Attn: Payor Credentialing, Shreveport, LA 71103-4228
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