James Lee Jacobson, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
James Lee Jacobson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Burlington, VT with over 47 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
James Lee Jacobson, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 47+ years, working in group practice. A Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School graduate since 1979, he brings 47+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with anxiety, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT 05401-3456
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.8%
Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in VermontHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
22
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
30
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
653
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $31k
Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
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
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$23 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to James Lee Jacobson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1979
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
47 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
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 1979)
Mailing address
99 Sutton Farm Dr, Williston, VT 05495-9606
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With James Lee Jacobson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Lee Jacobson for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Burlington 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 Lee Jacobson
Dr. Jacobson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Burlington, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 847-4560.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Lee Jacobson
Practice Location
1 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT 05401-3456
Mailing Address
99 Sutton Farm Dr, Williston, VT 05495-9606
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