Laura Givens, MD
Laura Givens is a Family Medicine specialist based in Boerne, TX with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 27 years in family medicine, Laura Givens, MD is a long-established family medicine physician in Boerne. A University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston graduate since 1999, she brings 27+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2335dNPPES updated 2019-12-31 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
113 Pleasant Valley Dr Ste 210, Boerne, TX 78006-5683
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.86%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
1.86% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.7%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
994
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,298
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
50,296
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5.15M
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 Mood Disorders.
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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — 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 (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$527 received from industry
29 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 Laura Givens's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
University of Texas Medical Branch
Board certified · Dec 30, 2019
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 1999)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Laura Givens
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Givens for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Boerne 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 Laura Givens
NPI records show Dr. Givens as active with telehealth listed in Boerne, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (830) 267-4575.
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 Laura Givens
Practice Location
113 Pleasant Valley Dr Ste 210, Boerne, TX 78006-5683
Mailing Address
113 Pleasant Valley Dr Ste 210, Boerne, TX 78006-5683
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