Lara Huffman, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Lara Huffman is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Hayti, MO with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MO can see Lara Huffman, M.D. in person in Hayti or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine graduate since 2001, she brings 25+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have anxiety, mood disorders, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
946 E Reed St, Hayti, MO 63851-1243
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.07%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4 pts)
1.07% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
89
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
310
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,484
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $450k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Hypertension.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$25 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Lara Huffman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
25 years in practice
Experienced
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
University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
907 E Reed St, Hayti, MO 63851-1242
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 150102
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Lara Huffman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lara Huffman for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Hayti 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 Lara Huffman
NPI records show Dr. Huffman as active with telehealth listed in Hayti, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (573) 359-1372.
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 Lara Huffman
Practice Location
946 E Reed St, Hayti, MO 63851-1243
Mailing Address
907 E Reed St, Hayti, MO 63851-1242
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