Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Medical Care Provider in Cottonport, LA
Louisiana Healthcare Practitioners (LHCP) was established in 2006 with a mission to address healthcare disparities in underserved rural communities. Our organization was founded by Herndon Buzz Jeansonne, who expanded access to care by transforming half-day clinics in Cottonport and Simmesport into full-service facilities operating eight hours daily. Over time, we extended our reach by opening additional clinics in Mansura, Marksville, and Palmetto to meet growing demand for accessible medical services. Our team of Nurse Practitioners delivers comprehensive primary care through a patient-centered medical home model, prioritizing preventive care, chronic disease management, and urgent care services. We specialize in serving low-income populations and individuals with limited transportation options, offering discounted services based on family size and income.Our approach integrates clinical expertise with community-focused care coordination to ensure patients receive timely, appropriate treatment across the care continuum. We maintain strict non-discrimination policies, providing equal access to all patients regardless of age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, nationality, sex, color, race, gender identity, or payment source. Our administrative team works diligently to streamline billing processes, appointment scheduling, and medical records management while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. Through strategic resource allocation, we ensure sustainable delivery of essential services in areas with physician shortages. Our commitment to compassionate care remains unwavering, as we continue building trusting relationships with patients to create lasting positive health outcomes.
Services
Preventive Care
Chronic Disease Management
Urgent Care
On-Site Lab
Patient Portal
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We serve all patients regardless of ability to pay with income-based discounts
- We expanded clinic hours from half-days to full 8-hour service days
- Our Nurse Practitioners deliver comprehensive primary care services
- We implement patient-centered medical home healthcare delivery models
- We prioritize care access in areas with physician shortages
Services
Preventive Care
Our preventive care services include routine checkups, vaccinations for all ages, cancer screenings, and cardiac assessments. We provide age-specific immunization schedules and wellness exams to detect health issues early. Patients receive personalized health education and risk factor modification guidance to maintain optimal health.
Chronic Disease Management
We specialize in managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and respiratory disorders through comprehensive care plans. Our approach includes regular screenings, medication management, and patient education. Nurse Practitioners work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment strategies and monitor progress through routine follow-up exams.
Urgent Care
Our urgent care services address acute illnesses and injuries requiring prompt attention. We treat ear, nose, and throat infections, urinary tract issues, minor wounds, and respiratory conditions. On-site suturing capabilities and rapid diagnostic testing enable efficient treatment for non-life-threatening emergencies during regular business hours.
On-Site Laboratory
We offer comprehensive on-site laboratory services including blood work, urine analysis, and pregnancy testing. Our facilities perform capillary blood glucose testing, stool cultures, and specialized diagnostic panels. Quick turnaround times for routine and specialized tests support timely diagnosis and treatment decisions for our patients.
Patient Portal
Our secure patient portal enables online appointment scheduling, medical records access, and prescription requests. Patients can complete new patient forms electronically and communicate securely with healthcare providers. The portal streamlines administrative tasks while maintaining strict patient privacy and data security standards.
People
Herndon Buzz Jeansonne
Founder
Founder of Louisiana Healthcare Practitioners with vision to expand rural healthcare access. Transformed half-day clinics into full-service facilities. Committed to addressing physician shortages through innovative healthcare delivery models that prioritize community needs and patient-centered care principles.
Emily Dupuis
Administrator
Experienced healthcare administrator managing daily operations across multiple clinic locations. Implements organizational strategies to improve service delivery while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. Focuses on optimizing patient care experiences through effective resource management and staff development initiatives.
Questions
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call 1-800-462-0742 and select your preferred clinic extension or use our online patient portal. New patients can walk in without appointments during regular business hours.
What payment options are available?
We offer income-based discounts for essential services. Accept major insurance plans and provide financial assistance programs for patients without coverage.
What services do you offer?
We provide preventive care, chronic disease management, urgent care, on-site lab testing, and women's health services. All services follow patient-centered medical home delivery models.
Are you open after hours?
Regular clinic hours are 8 hours daily. For non-medical emergencies after hours, call our main number and press extension 4 for on-call providers.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome all new patients regardless of insurance status. Complete new patient forms online or in person before your first visit.
What if I need emergency care?
For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately or go to the nearest emergency room. Our clinics handle non-life-threatening urgent care needs during business hours.