DEREK ANDERSON, MD
Ochsner Pharmacy and Wellness - Baton Rouge
Direct Primary Care
Primary medical care for preventive health and ongoing management of chronic conditions.
Credentials & Training
Federally verified- Credential
- MD
- Medical school
- Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
- Graduated
- 1993
- Medicare specialty
- Family Practice
- Group practice
- Ochsner Clinic LLC · 2,845 clinicians
- Medicare assignment
- Accepted — bills the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full
Sourced from the CMS Doctors & Clinicians national file, last checked October 2026.
About
Family medicine encompasses primary care for individuals across the lifespan. Derek Anderson, MD, practices within Ochsner Pharmacy and Wellness in Baton Rouge. Patients access care through a direct-pay model.
This specialty manages acute illnesses, preventive screenings, and long-term health issues such as hypertension and diabetes. Care focuses on maintaining overall wellness and managing health across all life stages.
The practice operates as a direct-pay service, meaning patients pay for services at the time of care. Medicare assignment is accepted by the group practice.
Areas of Focus
Conditions Treated
Specialties
Patients Served
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of health issues does a family medicine physician manage?
Family medicine covers preventive care, acute illness, and long-term conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and asthma, for patients of every age.
Is this practice accepting new patients?
Information regarding current new patient availability is not provided.
Does this provider accept Medicare?
The group practice associated with this provider accepts Medicare assignment.
What is the typical focus of a primary care visit?
Primary care visits involve routine check-ups, screenings, and management of ongoing health concerns to maintain overall wellness.
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