Louisa Wall Whitesides, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Louisa Wall Whitesides is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Washington, DC with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across DC can see Louisa Wall Whitesides, M.D. in person in Washington or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Emory University School of Medicine graduate since 2016, she brings 10+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in District of Columbia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1833dNPPES updated 2021-05-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20037-3201
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.75%
District of Columbia avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
1.75% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
314
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
135
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,030
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $116k
Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.
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 Arthritis.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.57 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2016
Emory University School of Medicine
Board certified · May 16, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 2016)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500021
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Louisa Wall Whitesides
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Louisa Wall Whitesides for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Washington 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 Louisa Wall Whitesides
Dr. Whitesides is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 741-2191.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Louisa Wall Whitesides
Practice Location
2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20037-3201
Mailing Address
2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20037-3201
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