Mala S Nayak, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Mala S Nayak is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Palo Alto, CA with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Mala S Nayak, MD practices as part of a group psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Palo Alto, CA. She has been in practice for 40+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, schizophrenia, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
206 California Ave Service Team Adult California, Palo Alto, CA 94306-1618
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11 pts)
Better than 85% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
30
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
46
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,088
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $139k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Schizophrenia, and High Cholesterol.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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 (-23%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-27%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
40 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
Mailing address
206 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306-1618
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Mala S Nayak
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mala S Nayak for mood disorder follow-ups, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Palo Alto 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 Mala S Nayak
NPI records show Dr. Nayak as active with telehealth listed in Palo Alto, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 617-8340.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mala S Nayak
Practice Location
206 California Ave Service Team Adult California, Palo Alto, CA 94306-1618
Mailing Address
206 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306-1618
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