Melvin Watt, PHD

Clinical Psychologist

(253) 752-5677Tacoma, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Melvin Watt, PHD has been part of the Tacoma medical community since 2006. With 26+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Tacoma area. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, depression, and anxiety (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 99% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 157 Psychologist providers in WASee all Psychologist in Tacoma26+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6876dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3919 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA 98405-1414

Fax: (253) 756-8936
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 99% of doctors in Washington on federal quality measures.

MIPS Score

2023

100/100

Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)

Top 1% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

20

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Hypertension, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+43%)75%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+41%)75%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-5%)65%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+11%)60%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
60%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+25%)55%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. 26 years in practice

    Experienced

PsychologistBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers

A psychologist who provides continuing and comprehensive mental and behavioral health care for individuals and families; consultation to agencies and communities; training, education and supervision; and research-based practice. It is a specialty in breadth -- one that is broadly inclusive of severe psychopathology -- and marked by comprehensiveness and integration of knowledge and skill from a broad array of disciplines within and outside of psychology proper. The scope of clinical psychology encompasses all ages, multiple diversities and varied systems.

Taxonomy: 103TC0700X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

9340 Ne 76th St, Vancouver, WA 98662-3721

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychology Care With Melvin Watt

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Melvin Watt for blood pressure monitoring, depression management, anxiety counseling — 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 Melvin Watt

NPI records show Dr. Watt as active with telehealth listed in Tacoma, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 752-5677.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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