There are 38 physician-owned rheumatology practices in Louisiana, vetted against the NPPES NPI Registry. Hospital-employed, government, and academic positions are excluded.
Before you accept a hospital offer in Louisiana, see how many physician-owned rheumatology groups already exist. The answer is 64, and it changes everything you can ask for in negotiation.
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A physician who can see that there are 40 physician-owned rheumatology groups within 50 miles walks into a contract negotiation with completely different leverage than one who assumes the hospital is the only option. Non-compete radius, buy-in terms, tail coverage, all of it becomes more negotiable once you actually know what is around you. The Real Contract course walks you through every clause that matters.
Hospital-employed, government-operated, and academic positions are excluded. These are not independent private practices:
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Baton Rouge
Angele D. Bourg, MD provides rheumatology services from a privately held practice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Additional capabilities include autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Dr. Dupre practices general rheumatology including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, vasculitis, osteoarthritis, gout, ankylosing spndylitis, psoriatic arthritis, sjogren's syndrome, polymyalgia rhuematica and more. He is a member of the American College of Rheumatology and Louisiana Rheumatism Society.
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 501A, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Dasha Lopez V. sees patients at a private rheumatology office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Beyond rheumatology, the office offers autoimmune and joint disease care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Dr. Thirumalini Dasari maintains a private rheumatology practice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Beyond rheumatology, the office offers autoimmune and joint disease care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
4710 Bluebonnet Blvd Suite B, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Baton Rouge
Harmanjot K Grewal, MD is a general rheumatologist who enjoys practicing in Louisiana where she completed her internal medicine and rheumatology training at LSU New Orleans. Dr. Grewal enjoys treating the full spectrum of rheumatic diseases. She enjoys spending time outdoors, watching movies, trying new food recipes and visiting with family and friends.
7777 Hennessy Blvd # 501, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Practicing rheumatology in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Hector R. Mena offers care through an owner-operated medical office. The practice also provides autoimmune and joint disease care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Joseph P. Nesheiwat maintains a private rheumatology practice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Additional capabilities include autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Kelsey S. Pasch, MD delivers rheumatology care through an independently managed medical practice. The practice also provides autoimmune and joint disease care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Randall Beyl, Jr., M.D. brings rheumatology expertise to patients in Baton Rouge, Louisiana through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 501A, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Rheumatology Services operates a physician-owned rheumatology practice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and autoimmune and joint disease care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.
5247 Didesse Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Offering rheumatology services in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Ronald P. Ceruti, MD operates outside of hospital employment. Services extend to autoimmune and joint disease care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Baton Rouge
Smita Pechitty, MD is a Rheumatology Physician in the Baton Rouge region.
10310 The Grove Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Baton Rouge
Stephen M. Pollet maintains a private rheumatology practice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Additional capabilities include autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Covington
Northshore Rheumatology maintains a private rheumatology practice in Covington, Louisiana, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and autoimmune and joint disease care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.
202 Highland Park Plaza, Covington, LA 70433
Hammond
Harmanjot Grewal, MD brings rheumatology expertise to patients in Hammond, Louisiana through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
15813 N Oaks Dr #400, Hammond, LA 70403
Kenner
A solo rheumatology practitioner in Kenner, Louisiana, Cara McLeod provides care under an independent practice model. The practice also provides autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians interested in this practice can inquire by phone.
2120 Driftwood Blvd, Kenner, LA 70065
Lafayette
Located in Lafayette, Louisiana, Jennifer K Malin MD delivers rheumatology care through an independently managed medical practice. The practice also provides autoimmune and joint disease care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
4212 W Congress St Suite 2300 A, Lafayette, LA 70506
Lafayette
Based in Lafayette, Louisiana, Lipstate James MD runs an independently owned rheumatology practice focused on direct physician-patient relationships. Services extend to autoimmune and joint disease care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
4212 W Congress St Suite 2300 A, Lafayette, LA 70506
Lake Charles
A solo rheumatology practitioner in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Dr. Justin Wu provides care under an independent practice model. The practice also provides autoimmune and joint disease care and outpatient medical care. Physicians interested in this practice can inquire by phone.
501 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Lake Charles
Enrique Mendez, M.D. provides rheumatology services from a privately held practice in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Additional capabilities include autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
1727 Imperial Blvd Building1B, Lake Charles, LA 70605
Lake Charles
Offering rheumatology services in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Justin Lyman operates outside of hospital employment. Services extend to autoimmune and joint disease care. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.
4150 Nelson Rd Building E, Lake Charles, LA 70605
Lake Charles
Memorial Rheumatology offers diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune diseases. Rheumatologist at Memorial provides advanced diagnosis and treatment for diseases that affect the body’s connective tissues. Our physician in the specialty have additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound to treat disorders that cause shoulder pain, hip pain and knee pain. Our rheumatologist offers diagnostics and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, osteoporosis, vasculitis, polymyalgia rheumatica,
2800 2nd Ave Ste. C, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Mandeville
Our rheumatology specialist offers care for patients with rheumatic pain and discomfort, including arthritis and more. Rheumatic conditions can be difficult to diagnose, manage and treat, and can have a significant impact on patients’ quality of life. That’s why Paradigm Health is committed to providing patients with a personalized approach to care to help you manage your complex rheumatic disease. Our fellowship-trained rheumatologist provides the highest quality care to patients managing a wi
3190 E Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70448
Metairie
Magdalena Budziakowska brings rheumatology expertise to patients in Metairie, Louisiana through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
4315 Houma Blvd # 303, Metairie, LA 70006
New Orleans
A solo rheumatology practitioner in New Orleans, Louisiana, Nirupa J. Patel provides care under an independent practice model. Services extend to autoimmune and joint disease care. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.
2001 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112
Shreveport
Broadwell Larry MD sees patients at a private rheumatology office in Shreveport, Louisiana, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Additional capabilities include autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
820 Jordan St #201, Shreveport, LA 71101
Shreveport
Based in Shreveport, Louisiana, Frankie Pedigo runs an independently owned rheumatology practice focused on direct physician-patient relationships. The practice also provides autoimmune and joint disease care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
820 Jordan St #201, Shreveport, LA 71101
Shreveport
Glenna Allbritton is no longer at this location.
740 Jordan St, Shreveport, LA 71101
Shreveport
Kinza Muzaffar, MBBS, specializes in rheumatology at Ochsner LSU Health in Shreveport, Louisiana.
1606 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103
Shreveport
A solo rheumatology practitioner in Shreveport, Louisiana, Kyla Lokitz provides care under an independent practice model. The practice also provides autoimmune and joint disease care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
8508 Line Ave Suite C, Shreveport, LA 71106
Shreveport
Louisiana Arthritis and Rheumatology is a private rheumatology practice located in Shreveport, Louisiana. Additional capabilities include autoimmune and joint disease care and outpatient medical care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
8508 Line Ave Suite C, Shreveport, LA 71106
Shreveport
Mamatha Katikaneni brings rheumatology expertise to patients in Shreveport, Louisiana through a physician-owned practice. Beyond rheumatology, the office offers autoimmune and joint disease care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
820 Jordan St #201, Shreveport, LA 71101
Shreveport
Mary Bird Perkins Specialty Services in Shreveport offers compassionate, convenient, and high-quality care. Located close to home, we provide specialized rheumatology services in a comfortable and supportive setting, with a personalized approach to meet your unique needs.
740 Jordan St, Shreveport, LA 71101
Shreveport
Located in Shreveport, Louisiana, Rheumatology and Osteoporosis Specialists offers rheumatology care outside of hospital system employment. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and autoimmune and joint disease care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
820 Jordan St #201, Shreveport, LA 71101
Shreveport
Richa Dhawan, MD, specializes in rheumatology and practices at Ochsner Health in Shreveport, Louisiana.
1541 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103
Shreveport
Samina Qureshi Hayat, MD, is a rheumatology specialist at Ochsner Health in Shreveport, Louisiana.
1606 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103
Shreveport
Sarwat Umer, MD, specializes in pediatric rheumatology at Ochsner Health in Shreveport, Louisiana.
1606 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103
Zachary
Nesheiwat Joseph MD sees patients at a private rheumatology office in Zachary, Louisiana, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Beyond rheumatology, the office offers autoimmune and joint disease care. Contact by phone to discuss potential employment or buy-in opportunities.
6110 Main St, Zachary, LA 70791
Then graduation approaches and the algorithm stops. A recruiter calls. The contract has a productivity formula you cannot solve for, a non-compete you cannot evaluate, and a tail-coverage clause nobody explained.
Before you compare salary numbers, see how many physician-owned groups actually exist in your specialty and state. Then negotiate from leverage instead of from gratitude.
There are 64 rheumatology practices in Louisiana on this page, and every single one is physician-owned. I built the list from the NPPES NPI Registry, then layered on business data from DataForSEO for practice websites, phone numbers, and descriptions. Hospital-system practices, government clinics, academic positions, and corporate-acquired groups didn't make the cut. The listings cover 11 cities across Louisiana.
You won't find this list anywhere else. National job boards aggregate whatever employers pay to post, regardless of ownership structure. This directory starts from the federal NPPES database and filters down to practices where physicians own the entity. That distinction matters because it determines everything: how you're compensated, how decisions get made, whether you'll ever have a real equity stake. Use it to identify practices worth reaching out to directly.
Louisiana's physician-owned rheumatology directory lists 38 practice locations across 11 cities.
None of the rheumatology practices listed in Louisiana carry a PE-Backed or Corporate-Acquired flag. All listings in this directory are physician-owned independent practices verified through NPPES.
Practices span 11 cities including Baton Rouge, Covington, Hammond, and Kenner.
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Daniel Aragón, MD, MBAThere are 38 physician-owned rheumatology private practices in Louisiana, verified against the NPPES NPI Registry. All are independently operated. Hospital-employed, government, corporate, and academic positions are excluded.
A physician-owned practice is one where licensed physicians hold controlling ownership of the business entity. This is distinct from hospital employment, corporate medical groups, or private equity-backed practices where non-physician entities control the business.
The Corporate-Acquired flag means the practice was historically physician-owned but has since been acquired by a corporate entity such as Optum. The MSO-Affiliated flag means the practice uses a Management Services Organization for billing and administration while physicians retain practice-level ownership.
Louisiana has 5 physician-owned rheumatology practices across 5 cities. The larger groups include Imperial Health Rheumatology (Lake Charles), Louisiana Rheumatology (New Orleans), and The Baton Rouge Clinic - Rheumatology (Baton Rouge).
NPPES is the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System, a federal database maintained by CMS. Every practice in this directory has an active NPI record in NPPES, confirming it is a registered U.S. medical practice.
White-bagging is a payer policy requiring the drug to be dispensed by a specialty pharmacy and shipped to the physician's office rather than purchased directly by the practice. This eliminates the buy-and-bill drug margin, the practice bills only for administration, not for the drug itself. Brown-bagging requires the patient to pick up the drug from the pharmacy and bring it to the office. Both policies significantly reduce infusion revenue in private rheumatology practices. Ask any prospective practice what percentage of their commercial contracts allow traditional buy-and-bill versus requiring white-bagging.
| Physician-Owned | Hospital-Employed | Corporate / PE-Backed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who controls the practice | Physicians | Health system | Non-physician entity |
| Non-compete scope | Narrower, negotiable | Broad | Very broad |
| Partnership / buy-in path | Common | Rare | Rare |
| Call schedule flexibility | Higher | Variable | Lower |
| Productivity bonus upside | High | Moderate | Moderate |
| Included in this directory | Yes | No | Flagged |
This directory is maintained by Daniel Aragón, MD, MBA, a physician who just walked this path. All listings are pulled from the NPPES NPI Registry (CMS.gov), the federal database of all U.S. medical providers. Hospital-employed, corporate, and government-operated positions are excluded. Last updated: .
Built by Daniel Aragón, MD, MBA, a physician who just walked this path.
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