Summary

Dr. Michael Alexander is an internal medicine physician who graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. With 44 years of medical experience, he has built extensive expertise in caring for patients with complex internal medicine conditions. Dr. Alexander communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Alexander practices at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette, Louisiana. He specializes in treating heart failure and chronic kidney disease, including advanced stage 5 kidney disease. His diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood work and kidney function testing to monitor his patients' health. Patients rate Dr. Alexander 4.4 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 44 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Michael Alexander

461 Heymann BlvdLafayette, LA 70503
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.4 
44 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)
Lafayette , LALafayette , LALafayette , LAMesquite , TX
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: St George's University School of Medicine Med School: Edward Via Virginia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Alexander

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Security Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Michael Alexander has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Michael Alexander holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1982.

NPI Number

Michael Alexander's NPI number is 1649352261.

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Michael Alexander speaks English.
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