Colby Ponder
Psychiatric/Mental Health 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.
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
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
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.
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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
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 · 2018
University of South Alabama College of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 12, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
8 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LP0808X
Education & Training
University of South Alabama College of Medicine (Class of 2018)
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.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Colby Ponder
Practice Location
105 W Hamilton St, Houston, MS 38851-2209
Mailing Address
2434 S Eason Blvd, Tupelo, MS 38804-6942
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