Sunshine Arceneaux Little, M.D.
Sunshine Arceneaux Little is a Family Medicine specialist based in Carencro, LA with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across LA can see Sunshine Arceneaux Little, M.D. in person in Carencro or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans graduate since 2006, she brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in Louisiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 748dNPPES updated 2024-05-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3824 Ne Evangeline Trwy Ste B, Carencro, LA 70520-5966
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.72%
Louisiana avg: 5.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
1.72% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.3%
Louisiana avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in LouisianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
336
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
599
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
11,459
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.04M
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$770 received from industry
46 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 Sunshine Arceneaux Little's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
Board certified · May 5, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816-6038
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Sunshine Arceneaux Little
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sunshine Arceneaux Little for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Carencro 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 Sunshine Arceneaux Little
NPI records show Dr. Little as active with telehealth listed in Carencro, LA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (337) 470-3280.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sunshine Arceneaux Little
Practice Location
3824 Ne Evangeline Trwy Ste B, Carencro, LA 70520-5966
Mailing Address
5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816-6038
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