Primary Care Doctors in New Orleans, LA

Find primary care doctors in New Orleans who may offer preventive care, chronic-condition management, telehealth visits, and same-week appointments. Compare credentials, insurance accepted, and patient reviews — all verified against the federal NPI Registry.

Top primary care doctors in New Orleans, LA

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Dr. LAMIA ABISAMRA, MD

Family Medicine

4228 HOUMA BLVD STE 200, METAIRIE, LA 70006
(504) 454-7878
NPI 1912562489
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. ANSHUL S. ACHARYA, MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

605 LAPALCO BLVD, GRETNA, LA 70056
(504) 371-6550
NPI 1437546488
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. ERIN ADAMS, MD

Family Medicine

4228 HOUMA BLVD SUITE 200, METAIRIE, LA 70006
(504) 454-7878
NPI 1649579525
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. ARIEL AGUILLARD, M.D.

Family Medicine, Adult Medicine

1936 MAGAZINE ST, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70130
(504) 529-5558
NPI 1811240526
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. NICHOLAS AHERN, MD

Emergency Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Medicine

1430 TULANE AVE # 8016, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
(504) 988-9963
NPI 1720723349
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. MAYSA ALAVI, M.D.

Family Medicine

1772 PRYTANIA ST STE 205&206, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70130
(929) 376-2972
NPI 1033474234
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. LOBNA H. ALI, M.D.

Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine

1542 TULANE AVE ROOM 442, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
(504) 568-4626
NPI 1457618019
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. SONIA M. ALVAREZ, M.D.

Family Medicine

4300 HOUMA BLVD SUITE 108, METAIRIE, LA 70006
(504) 455-2771
NPI 1134129760
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. ROSALEEN B. AMDAL, FNP-C

Family Medicine

2930 CANAL STREET SUITE 400, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119
(504) 821-2574
NPI 1548156730
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. DANITA ANDERSON, MD

Family Medicine

4710 S CARROLLTON AVE, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119
(504) 454-9020
NPI 1982702486
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. DEREK J. ANDERSON, MD

Family Medicine

9001 SUMMA AVE, BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
(225) 761-5200
NPI 1568468171
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. JESSICA A. ANDERSON, MD

Family Medicine

4845 MAIN ST STE D, ZACHARY, LA 70791
(225) 761-5865
NPI 1518589522
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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How to choose a primary care doctor in New Orleans

  • Confirm board certification in Primary Care Doctor.
  • Verify an active Louisiana medical license.
  • Check that they accept your insurance plan and are in-network.
  • Read recent patient reviews about communication and wait times.
  • Confirm office hours, location, and telehealth availability.
  • Ask whether they are currently accepting new patients.

Common services

Primary Care Doctors in New Orleans commonly provide:

Annual physicals
Preventive screenings
Vaccinations
Chronic-condition management
Acute illness visits
Medication refills

Insurance plans

Most primary care doctors in New Orleans, LA accept major insurance plans:

AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaUnitedHealthcareHumanaKaiserMedicareMedicaidTricare

Always confirm participation directly with the office and your plan before your visit.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find a good primary care doctor in New Orleans, LA?

Start with board certification, an active Louisiana medical license, and acceptance of your insurance plan. Read recent patient reviews and confirm that the office is currently accepting new patients before you book.

Do I need a referral to see a primary care doctor?

It depends on your insurance plan. PPO plans usually let you self-refer; HMO plans typically require a referral from your primary care doctor.

Are telehealth visits available with primary care doctors in New Orleans, LA?

Yes, many primary care doctors in New Orleans offer secure video visits for follow-ups and select new-patient appointments. Use the telehealth filter to narrow your results.

What insurance plans are commonly accepted?

Most primary care doctors in New Orleans, LA accept major plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Kaiser. Always confirm participation directly with the office and your plan before your visit.

This page is informational and is not medical advice. If this is a medical emergency, call 911.