Expertise in
12
conditions

Dr. Michael S. Alexander

Internal Medicine
461 Heymann Blvd, 
Lafayette, LA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
12
conditions
461 Heymann Blvd, 
Lafayette, LA 

Overview

Michael Alexander, MD, specializes in internal medicine at Ochsner Health. Dr. Alexander is a board-certified internal medicine physician with over 30 years of experience in adult primary care and complex medical management. He completed his postgraduate training at the University of Texas Affiliated Hospitals in July 1985.

Dr. Alexander is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Alexander is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Internal Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in LA

Hospital Affiliations

Abbeville General Hospital
Ochsner St Martin Hospital
Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, Inc
Acadia St Landry
Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Trustmark
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Ochsner Lafayette General Internal Medicine
461 Heymann Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Total Publications

Having the courage to speak out. Interview by Anne Manchester.
Having the courage to speak out. Interview by Anne Manchester.
Journal: Nursing New Zealand (Wellington, N.Z. : 1995)
Published: January 31, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael S. Alexander

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael S. Alexander?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael S. Alexander by calling their office at 337-289-8717. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael S. Alexander a top-rated expert for Hypertension?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael S. Alexander is classified as an Advanced expert for Hypertension, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Michael S. Alexander specialize in?

While Dr. Michael S. Alexander is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Michael S. Alexander participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael S. Alexander has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypertension. You can view a list of Dr. Michael S. Alexander's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael S. Alexander accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael S. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 337-289-8717 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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