Louis Christopher Benjamin, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Louis Christopher Benjamin is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in Baton Rouge, LA with over 28 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Louis Christopher Benjamin, MD has practiced thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) for 28+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Medical College of Ohio (class of 1998), he has been practicing for over 28 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Medical College of Ohio
28 years in practice
Experienced
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Education & Training
Medical College of Ohio (Class of 1998)
Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Louis Christopher Benjamin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Louis Christopher Benjamin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Baton Rouge required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Louis Christopher Benjamin
NPI records show Dr. Benjamin as active with telehealth listed in Baton Rouge, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (225) 246-2110.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
18961 Santa Maria Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70809-6765
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