Colby Ponder

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

Colby Ponder is a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Houston, MS with over 8 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(662) 598-8141Houston, MS
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across MS can see Colby Ponder in person in Houston or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine in 2018 and has 8+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with depression, anxiety, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 92% of reporting doctors in Mississippi
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 88 Nurse Practitioner providers in MSSee all Nurse Practitioner in Houston8+ years experienceNPI since 2019

Older · 1196dNPPES updated 2023-02-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure

Contact & Location

Practice Location

105 W Hamilton St, Houston, MS 38851-2209

Fax: (662) 796-3126
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 Depression, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.

Depression
Higher than avg (+43%)75%

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

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+41%)75%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+25%)74%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
70%

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

US avg: 70.2%
High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-5%)65%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Bipolar Disorder
52%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

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 · 2018

    University of South Alabama College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Feb 12, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 8 years in practice

    Established

Nurse PractitionerPsychiatric/Mental Health in HoustonPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Definition to come...

Taxonomy: 363LP0808X

Education & Training

University of South Alabama College of Medicine (Class of 2018)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

2434 S Eason Blvd, Tupelo, MS 38804-6942

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatric/Mental Health Care With Colby Ponder

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Colby Ponder for depression management, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Houston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Colby Ponder

NPI records show Dr. Ponder as active with telehealth listed in Houston, MS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (662) 598-8141.

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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