Lafayette is designated as a dental Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA Score: 24/25). Residents may have limited access to dental providers.
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About Family Medicine Physicians
What to know about family medicine physicians in Lafayette
A family medicine physician (also called a family doctor or family practice physician) is a medical doctor (M.D. or D.O.) who provides comprehensive healthcare to people of all ages—from newborns to the elderly. Family medicine physicians are trained to treat a wide range of medical conditions and often serve as a patient's primary care provider throughout their lifetime, caring for the entire family across generations.
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Best Insurance for Family Medicine Physicians in Lafayette
Insurance networks with the most in-network providers
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The most widely accepted insurance for family medicine physicians in Lafayette is Medicare, with 74% of providers in-network. Aetna and Cigna also offer strong family medicine physicians networks in the area. Verify your specific plan coverage directly with the provider's office before scheduling.
Based on federal Transparency in Coverage filings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about family medicine physicians in Lafayette
How many family medicine physicians are in Lafayette, LA?
There are 120 family medicine physicians practicing in Lafayette, LA. Use the filters above to narrow down your search based on your specific needs.
Can I get telehealth appointments with family medicine physicians in Lafayette?
Yes, about 24% of family medicine physicians in Lafayette offer telehealth services. Filter by "Telehealth Available" to find providers offering virtual appointments.
What is the best insurance for family medicine physicians in Lafayette?
Based on network size, the best insurance options for family medicine physicians in Lafayette are: Medicare (74% in-network), Aetna (68% in-network), Cigna (66% in-network).
Do family medicine physicians in Lafayette accept Medicare?
Yes, 74% of family medicine physicians in Lafayette accept Medicare. That's 89 out of 120 providers. Filter the listings above by Medicare to find in-network providers.
Do family medicine physicians in Lafayette accept Aetna?
Yes, 68% of family medicine physicians in Lafayette accept Aetna. That's 81 out of 120 providers. Filter the listings above by Aetna to find in-network providers.
Do family medicine physicians in Lafayette accept Cigna?
Yes, 66% of family medicine physicians in Lafayette accept Cigna. That's 79 out of 120 providers. Filter the listings above by Cigna to find in-network providers.
Do family medicine physicians in Lafayette accept Highmark BCBS Pennsylvania?
Yes, 65% of family medicine physicians in Lafayette accept Highmark BCBS Pennsylvania. That's 78 out of 120 providers. Filter the listings above by Highmark BCBS Pennsylvania to find in-network providers.
Community Health in Lafayette, LA
Health data from CDC PLACES across 5 ZIP codes (population: 154,153)
Based on CDC community health data, Lafayette residents face several health challenges that are particularly relevant when seeking family medicine physicians care. In this area, obesity affects 34.5% of adults, and depression affects 25.7% of adults. Additionally, lack of health insurance affects 8.3% of adults, and smoking affects 16.1% of adults.
Food insecurity affects 21.7% of the community, which can impact overall health outcomes and access to care.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023. County Health Rankings, 2025. Prevalence rates among adults aged 18+.
Common Medications Prescribed by Family Medicine Physicians in Lafayette
Based on Medicare Part D prescribing data (2023)
Family Medicine Physicians in Lafayette, LA most commonly prescribe the following medications to their Medicare patients. These prescribing patterns reflect the most prevalent conditions treated in the area.
Atorvastatin Calcium — 14,425 claims, prescribed to 3,828 patients
Amlodipine Besylate — 13,043 claims, prescribed to 3,574 patients
Levothyroxine Sodium — 12,547 claims, prescribed to 2,647 patients
Metformin Hcl — 10,044 claims, prescribed to 2,609 patients
Pantoprazole Sodium — 8,550 claims, prescribed to 2,230 patients
Gabapentin — 8,436 claims, prescribed to 1,888 patients
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data: Part D Prescribers, 2023. Data reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and may not represent total prescribing patterns.