Alyssa Peterson, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Alyssa Peterson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Albany, NY with over 8 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Alyssa Peterson, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 8+ years, working in group practice. With 8+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Albany area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have anxiety, mood disorders, and schizophrenia. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.2/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 77% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 66% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
47 New Scotland Avenue Dept. of Psychiatry, Albany, NY 12208
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New York, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.2/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.2 pts)
Better than 77% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
53
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
173
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,818
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $553k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Schizophrenia.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-32%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-36%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 13, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
8 years in practice
Established
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Mailing address
47 New Scotland Ave Dept. of Psychiatry, Albany, NY 12208-3412
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Alyssa Peterson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alyssa Peterson for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, follow-up consultations — no travel to Albany required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alyssa Peterson
Dr. Peterson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Albany, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (518) 262-5511.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Alyssa Peterson
Practice Location
47 New Scotland Avenue Dept. of Psychiatry, Albany, NY 12208
Mailing Address
47 New Scotland Ave Dept. of Psychiatry, Albany, NY 12208-3412
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