James Wood Carson, PHD

Clinical Psychologist

James Wood Carson is a Clinical Psychologist based in Portland, OR with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(503) 494-4910Portland, OR
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

James Wood Carson, PHD has been part of the Portland medical community since 2006 in group practice. With 24+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Portland area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have mood disorders, anxiety, and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.83/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Oregon
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 130 Psychologist providers in ORSee all Psychologist in Portland24+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2663dNPPES updated 2019-02-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239-3011

Fax: (503) 494-8368
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Oregon.

MIPS Score

2023

97.83/100

Oregon avg: 89.5 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.2 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Oregon

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

Medicare Patients

52

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.

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, Anxiety Disorders, and Hypertension.

Mood Disorders
65%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+20%)54%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-18%)52%

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

US avg: 70.2%

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-24%)46%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-24%) — less common here

Depression
Higher than avg (+10%)42%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

PTSD
25%

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event

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. 24 years in practice

    Experienced

PsychologistBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers

A psychologist who provides continuing and comprehensive mental and behavioral health care for individuals and families; consultation to agencies and communities; training, education and supervision; and research-based practice. It is a specialty in breadth -- one that is broadly inclusive of severe psychopathology -- and marked by comprehensiveness and integration of knowledge and skill from a broad array of disciplines within and outside of psychology proper. The scope of clinical psychology encompasses all ages, multiple diversities and varied systems.

Taxonomy: 103TC0700X

Virtual Psychology Care With James Wood Carson

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

Schedule a virtual visit with James Wood Carson for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Portland 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 James Wood Carson

Dr. Carson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Portland, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (503) 494-4910.

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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