Melissa H Carroll, FNP-C
Melissa H Carroll is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Baton Rouge, LA with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across LA can see Melissa H Carroll, FNP-C in person in Baton Rouge or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 12+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Baton Rouge area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 93% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1012dNPPES updated 2023-08-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 503, Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4366
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better48.37%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+43.3 pts)
48.37% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.2%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.4 pts)
Top 7% of reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
126
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
154
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
674
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $26k
Percentile rankings compared against 231 reporting peers in Louisiana.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — 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 (+11%) — 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Aug 15, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816-6038
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Melissa H Carroll
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melissa H Carroll 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. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melissa H Carroll
NPI records show Dr. Carroll as active with telehealth listed in Baton Rouge, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (225) 765-2273.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melissa H Carroll
Practice Location
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 503, Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4366
Mailing Address
5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816-6038
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