Laurel J. Bessey, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Laurel J. Bessey is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Madison, WI with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Laurel J. Bessey, MD practices as part of a group psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Madison, WI. Trained at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (class of 2014), she has been practicing for over 12 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include anxiety, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in Wisconsin
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1962dNPPES updated 2021-01-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
6001 Research Park Blvd, Madison, WI 53719
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.5%
Wisconsin avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.7 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in WisconsinHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
143
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
198
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,293
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $145k
Percentile rankings compared against 779 reporting peers in Wisconsin.
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 (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 2014
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Board certified · Jan 6, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
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 Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
7974 Uw Health Ct, Middleton, WI 53562-5531
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Laurel J. Bessey
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laurel J. Bessey for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Madison 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 Laurel J. Bessey
Dr. Bessey is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Madison, WI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (608) 232-3171.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Laurel J. Bessey
Practice Location
6001 Research Park Blvd, Madison, WI 53719
Mailing Address
7974 Uw Health Ct, Middleton, WI 53562-5531
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