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Dr. James Houser, MD

Dr. James Houser, MD

Neurology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Houser, MD is a neurologist in Lacombe, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Houser has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Tammany Parish Hospital and Slidell Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

64301 Highway 434 Lacombe, LA 70445
Telehealth available
(985) 882-4500

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Houser is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital Covington, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Houser is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Houser's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Houser

4.3

28 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
14%
14%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
John Ryan – Mar 19, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 14, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 26, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 17, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Anderson in Slidell , LA – Nov 02, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Douglas Slayden in Slidell Louisiana – May 09, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Adele Demola in Madisonville, LA – May 23, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kathy Bertrand in Covington, LA – Mar 16, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
John Carroll in Picayune, MS – Jan 31, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
dennis good in Slidell, LA – Dec 29, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Matthew in Louisiana – Jul 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
valorie in slidell, la. – Mar 18, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara Donham in Slidell, LA – Jan 10, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Houser, MD is a neurologist in Lacombe, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Houser has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1988....read more

  • Neurology

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  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
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Dr. Houser is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Paradigm Health System64301 Highway 434 Lacombe, LA 70445
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    • Hours
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

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    Amedisys Specialized Medical Services110 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 325 Metairie, LA 70005
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      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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    Practice

    Maynard E Garrett MD Apmc985 Robert Blvd Ste 104 Slidell, LA 70458
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

      1202 S Tyler St
      Covington, LA 70433
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Slidell Memorial Hospital

      1001 Gause Blvd
      Slidell, LA 70458

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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