Brian Lee Tesar, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Brian Lee Tesar is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Providence, RI with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Brian Lee Tesar, M.D. has been part of the Providence medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) in 1992 and has 34+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with depression, mood disorders, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 75% of reporting doctors in Rhode Island
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2930dNPPES updated 2018-05-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.4%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.6 pts)
Better than 75% of reporting doctors in Rhode IslandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
71
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
76
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
965
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $103k
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
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 Depression, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
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.
Graduated medical school · 1992
University of Illinois College of Medicine
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1992)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Brian Lee Tesar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Brian Lee Tesar for depression management, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Providence 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 Brian Lee Tesar
NPI records show Dr. Tesar as active with telehealth listed in Providence, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 737-7000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Brian Lee Tesar
Practice Location
345 Blackstone Blvd, Providence, RI 02906-4800
Mailing Address
345 Blackstone Blvd, Providence, RI 02906-4800
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