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.

(318) 626-0000Shreveport, LA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

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
1 of 69 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in LASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Shreveport22+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 640dNPPES updated 2024-08-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1541 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103-4228

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

1.65%

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 = better

74.8%

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 volume

Prescription 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.

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 Diabetes.

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 (-8%)62%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+12%)46%

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

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-10%)39%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+2%)36%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
36%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+2%)34%

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

Stroke / TIA
Higher than avg (+12%)25%

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

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

Industry Payment Transparency

$1.6k received from industry

101 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 Erik Burton'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 · 2004

    Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport

  2. Board certified · Aug 20, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 22 years in practice

    Experienced

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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)

Practice Footprint

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.

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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