Masao Yanagida, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Masao Yanagida is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Anchorage, AK with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRY
Masao Yanagida, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 27+ years, working in group practice. A State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine graduate since 1999, he brings 27+ 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 90% of reporting doctors in Alaska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3839dNPPES updated 2015-11-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alaska State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1400 W Benson Blvd Ste 315, Anchorage, AK 99503-3677
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96.7%
Alaska avg: 81.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.9 pts)
Top 10% of reporting doctors in AlaskaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
29
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
29
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
579
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $21k
Percentile rankings compared against 253 reporting peers in Alaska.
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 (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-25%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-29%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — 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 · 1999
Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University
27 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
State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (Class of 1999)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Masao Yanagida
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Masao Yanagida for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Anchorage 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 Masao Yanagida
Dr. Yanagida is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Anchorage, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 929-4009.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Masao Yanagida
Practice Location
1400 W Benson Blvd Ste 315, Anchorage, AK 99503-3677
Mailing Address
1400 W Benson Blvd Ste 315, Anchorage, AK 99503-3677
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