Frederick William Houts, M.D., M.S.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Frederick William Houts is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Faribault, MN with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Frederick William Houts, M.D., M.S. specializes in psychiatry & neurology, serving patients in Faribault, MN in group practice. Trained at University of Toledo College of Medicine (class of 2006), he has been practicing for over 20 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have mood disorders, anxiety, and depression.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 92% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 355dNPPES updated 2025-06-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
400 4th St Nw, Faribault, MN 55021-5089
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96.4%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.6 pts)
Top 8% of reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
40
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
81
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,885
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $242k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
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 (+31%) — 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 (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-27%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-32%) — 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.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.37 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Toledo College of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 2, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
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 Toledo College of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Frederick William Houts
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Frederick William Houts for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, depression management — no travel to Faribault 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 Frederick William Houts
NPI records show Dr. Houts as active with telehealth listed in Faribault, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (507) 384-6830.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Frederick William Houts
Practice Location
400 4th St Nw, Faribault, MN 55021-5089
Mailing Address
400 4th St Nw, Faribault, MN 55021-5089
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