Dr. Christopher L. Richards
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 21 years
- Graduated from: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
- Graduation year: 2000
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1376539551
Dr. Christopher L. Richards MD
Family Physician
He is located at 175 Hector Avenue in Gretna, LA 70056. Can help patients with the following: Autism, Breastfeeding and Lactation, Headache, Infant Care, Pregnancy, Women's Health. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376539551. Appointment can be made via the phone number (504) 349-6925. He also has a website where you can get more information. The website can be found at http://www.wjmc.org/physician-directory/christopher-l-richards-md/. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Christopher L. Richards, being an family physician, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Christopher L. Richards.
- Abdominal Pain
- Aging In Place
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Autism
- Birth Control Counseling
- Breastfeeding and Lactation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Common Cold
- Diabetes
- Fever
- General Care
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypothyroidism
- Infant Care
- Influenza
- Migraine
- Mold Exposure
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteoporosis
- Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Prescription Refill
- Thyroid Disease
- Women's Health
Procedures Performed by Dr. Christopher L. Richards
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Christopher L. Richards as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 16 plans from Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 8 plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Max 70/50 $6700 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | PPO · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max 80/60 $1500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | PPO · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 50/50 $3300 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | PPO · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Saver 60/40 $6100 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Saver 90/70 $3400 | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
HMO Louisiana
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 21 plans from HMO Louisiana
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue POS 60/40 $6500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 80/60 $1000 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (BR) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (M) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits (M) HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (BR) HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized (M) HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (BR) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized (M) | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized (BR) | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Precision Blue Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized (M) | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Signature Blue Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Christopher L. Richards is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Christopher L. Richards is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Family Practice .
Bills through: New Orleans Physician Services Inc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Takeda | $17292 |
| AstraZeneca | $3130 |
| Novo Nordisk | $2360 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $20544 |
| Consulting | $8021 |
| Promotional Speaking or Service | $5659 |
| Travel and Lodging | $2257 |
Studies
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE IN NEW ORLEANS
Graduated in 2000Other ways to reach out
- Website: http://www.wjmc.org/physician-directory/christopher-l-richards-md/
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Christopher L. Richards accept patients with HMO Louisiana?
Yes, Dr. Christopher L. Richards is listed in-network for HMO Louisiana through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Has Dr. Christopher L. Richards affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Christopher L. Richards is affiliated with WEST JEFFERSON MEDICAL CENTER.
Does Dr. Christopher L. Richards have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Christopher L. Richards is affiliated with New Orleans Physician Services.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher L. Richards treat?
Dr. Christopher L. Richards provides treatment for Autism, Breastfeeding and Lactation, Headache, Infant Care, Pregnancy, Women's Health. For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Christopher L. Richards?
Dr. Christopher L. Richards's office is located at 175 Hector Avenue in Gretna, LA 70056.