Lawrence Estel Banta, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Lawrence Estel Banta is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Caldwell, ID with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 48 years in psychiatry & neurology, Lawrence Estel Banta, M.D. is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Caldwell. Trained at University of Nebraska College of Medicine (class of 1978), he has been practicing for over 48 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include anxiety, mood disorders, and schizophrenia (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 53% of reporting doctors in Idaho
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1563dNPPES updated 2022-02-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Idaho State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1906 Fairview Ave Suite 200, Caldwell, ID 83605-5407
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.33%
Idaho avg: 6.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Idaho0.33% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
89
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
216
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,091
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.48M
Percentile rankings compared against 179 reporting peers in Idaho.
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 Schizophrenia.
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
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$959 received from industry
66 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Lawrence Estel Banta's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Board certified · Nov 23, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
48 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
University of Nebraska College of Medicine (Class of 1978)
Mailing address
Po Box 277976, Atlanta, GA 30384-7976
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Lawrence Estel Banta
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lawrence Estel Banta for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, follow-up consultations — no travel to Caldwell 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 Lawrence Estel Banta
Dr. Banta is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Caldwell, ID. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (208) 459-4667.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lawrence Estel Banta
Practice Location
1906 Fairview Ave Suite 200, Caldwell, ID 83605-5407
Mailing Address
Po Box 277976, Atlanta, GA 30384-7976
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