Ara James Hanissian, MD

Adolescent Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Ara James Hanissian is an Adolescent Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Collierville, TN with over 33 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(901) 853-2021Collierville, TN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across TN can see Ara James Hanissian, MD in person in Collierville or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (class of 1993), he has been practicing for over 33 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 28% of reporting doctors in Tennessee
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 3 Internal Medicine providers in TNSee all Internal Medicine in Collierville33+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 5962dNPPES updated 2010-01-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

574 Green Tree Cv Suite 101, Collierville, TN 38017-2562

Fax: (901) 853-2434
Patient Condition Panel

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+6%)40%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-2%)30%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-11%)23%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1993

    University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine

  2. 33 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAdolescent Medicine in ColliervilleAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An internist who specializes in adolescent medicine is a multi-disciplinary healthcare specialist trained in the unique physical, psychological and social characteristics of adolescents, their healthcare problems and needs.

Taxonomy: 207RA0000X

Education & Training

University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 1993)

Virtual Adolescent Medicine Care With Ara James Hanissian

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Ara James Hanissian for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Collierville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ara James Hanissian

Dr. Hanissian is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Collierville, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (901) 853-2021.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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