Larissa M. Chism Buggs, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
With over 24 years in psychiatry & neurology, Larissa M. Chism Buggs, MD is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in South Bend. A Temple University School of Medicine graduate since 2002, she brings 24+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have anxiety, mood disorders, and depression.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 75% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 170dNPPES updated 2025-11-17 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3607 S Main St Ste 1, South Bend, IN 46614-1723
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.8%
Indiana avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8 pts)
Better than 75% of reporting doctors in IndianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
84
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
226
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,179
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $849k
Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.
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 (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$124 received from industry
7 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Larissa M. Chism Buggs's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Board certified · Nov 16, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
24 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
Temple University School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Larissa M. Chism Buggs
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Larissa M. Chism Buggs for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to South Bend 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 Larissa M. Chism Buggs
Dr. Chism Buggs is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in South Bend, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (574) 345-5497.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Larissa M. Chism Buggs
Practice Location
3607 S Main St Ste 1, South Bend, IN 46614-1723
Mailing Address
3607 S Main St Ste 1, South Bend, IN 46614-1723
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