Michael Owen Esplin, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist
Michael Owen Esplin is a Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist based in Montrose, CO with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael Owen Esplin, PMHNP-BC specializes in clinical nurse specialist, serving patients in Montrose, CO in independent practice. With 11+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Montrose area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have mood disorders, schizophrenia, and anxiety.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 105dNPPES updated 2026-02-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Colorado Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
300 N Cascade Ave Ste a, Montrose, CO 81401-3537
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.4%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
54
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
170
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,719
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $894k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
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 Anxiety Disorders.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-42%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-44%) — 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.
Board certified · Feb 7, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
11 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 364SP0808X
Mailing address
150 Mercury Village Dr, Durango, CO 81301-8955
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatric/Mental Health Care With Michael Owen Esplin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Owen Esplin for mood disorder follow-ups, follow-up consultations, anxiety counseling — no travel to Montrose 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 Michael Owen Esplin
NPI records show Dr. Esplin as active with telehealth listed in Montrose, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (970) 252-3200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Owen Esplin
Practice Location
300 N Cascade Ave Ste a, Montrose, CO 81401-3537
Mailing Address
150 Mercury Village Dr, Durango, CO 81301-8955
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