Michael E Walsh, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Michael E Walsh is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Covington, LA with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael E Walsh, MD practices as part of a group psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Covington, LA. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 1991), he has been practicing for over 35 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have anxiety, mood disorders, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 88.05/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 52% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Uses generic medications more than 67% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Federal MIPS score higher than 60% of MIPS-scored doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
5001 Highway 190 Suite D4-1, Covington, LA 70433-4930
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Louisiana, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202388.05/100
Louisiana avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in LouisianaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.35%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Louisiana0.35% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.7%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
74
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
224
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,745
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $537k
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.9k received from industry
94 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 Michael E Walsh's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
35 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
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1991)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Michael E Walsh
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael E Walsh for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Covington 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 Michael E Walsh
Dr. Walsh is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Covington, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (985) 871-0220.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael E Walsh
Practice Location
5001 Highway 190 Suite D4-1, Covington, LA 70433-4930
Mailing Address
5001 Highway 190 Suite D4-1, Covington, LA 70433-4930
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