Dara Zafran

Psychologist

Dara Zafran is a Psychologist based in Albuquerque, NM with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(505) 272-0325Albuquerque, NM
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across NM can see Dara Zafran in person in Albuquerque or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 17+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Albuquerque area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have mood disorders, depression, and anxiety. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.54/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 81% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Mexico
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 15 Psychologist providers in NMSee all Psychologist in Albuquerque17+ years experienceNPI since 2009

Older · 1046dNPPES updated 2023-07-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Mexico Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2300 Menaul Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87107-1851

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 81% of doctors in New Mexico on federal quality measures.

MIPS Score

2023

93.54/100

New Mexico avg: 84.4 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.9 pts)

Better than 81% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Mexico

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

60

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.

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.

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 Mood Disorders, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+38%)70%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+28%)62%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-10%)60%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+4%)53%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-18%)52%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+19%)37%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-5%)25%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — 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. Board certified · Jul 12, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 17 years in practice

    Experienced

PsychologistBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers

A psychologist is an individual who is licensed to practice psychology which is defined as the observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the application of psychological principles, methods, and procedures, for the purpose of preventing or eliminating symptomatic, maladaptive, or undesired behavior and of enhancing interpersonal relationships, work and life adjustment, personal effectiveness, behavioral health, and mental health. The practice of psychology includes, but is not limited to, psychological testing and the evaluation or assessment of personal characteristics, such as intelligence, personality, abilities, interests, aptitudes, and neuropsychological functioning; counseling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, and behavior analysis and therapy; diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorder or disability, alcoholism and substance abuse, disorders of habit or conduct, as well as of the psychological aspects of physical illness, accident, injury, or disability; and psycheducational evaluation, therapy, remediation, and consultation. Psychological services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups and the public.

Taxonomy: 103T00000X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

2300 Menauk Blvd. Ne, Alburquerque, NM 87107

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychology Care With Dara Zafran

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Dara Zafran for mood disorder follow-ups, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Albuquerque 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 Dara Zafran

NPI records show Dr. Zafran as active with telehealth listed in Albuquerque, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 272-0325.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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