Debra Erin Edelson, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Debra Erin Edelson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Boulder, CO with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Debra Erin Edelson, MD has been part of the Boulder medical community since 2006 in independent practice. Trained at Emory University School of Medicine (class of 1989), she has been practicing for over 37 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, anxiety, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2420dNPPES updated 2019-10-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Colorado Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.3%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ColoradoHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
66
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
127
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,236
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $579k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
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 Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Depression.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-34%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-38%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Debra Erin Edelson, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Emory University School of Medicine
37 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
Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
4165 Gilpin Dr, Boulder, CO 80303-2527
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Debra Erin Edelson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Debra Erin Edelson for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, depression management — no travel to Boulder 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 Debra Erin Edelson
Dr. Edelson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Boulder, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (303) 443-8500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Debra Erin Edelson
Practice Location
1000 Alpine Ave, Boulder, CO 80304-3406
Mailing Address
4165 Gilpin Dr, Boulder, CO 80303-2527
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology in Colorado
See allRoy Sanford Kiser, M.D.
Colorado Springs, CO
Michael Alan Silver, M.D.
Denver, CO
William W Philip, MD
Craig, CO