Mary Kristine Simonson, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Mary Kristine Simonson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Tacoma, WA with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across WA can see Mary Kristine Simonson, M.D. in person in Tacoma or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota in 1982 and has 44+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with anxiety, mood disorders, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5134dNPPES updated 2012-05-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4041 Ruston Way #202, Tacoma, WA 98402-5378
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.9%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.1 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
36
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
39
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
509
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $26k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 High Cholesterol.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — 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 (-14%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
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 · 1982
Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota
44 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
Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota (Class of 1982)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Mary Kristine Simonson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mary Kristine Simonson for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Tacoma 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 Mary Kristine Simonson
Dr. Simonson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Tacoma, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 759-0288.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mary Kristine Simonson
Practice Location
4041 Ruston Way #202, Tacoma, WA 98402-5378
Mailing Address
4041 Ruston Way #202, Tacoma, WA 98402-5378
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