Paul R Epp, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
With over 48 years in psychiatry & neurology, Paul R Epp, MD is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Saint Joseph. Trained at University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine (class of 1978), he has been practicing for over 48 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include anxiety, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 76.92/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 40% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Federal MIPS score higher than 10% of MIPS-scored doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3089dNPPES updated 2017-11-20 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5325 Faraon St, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-3488
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202376.92/100
Missouri avg: 81.2 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.7 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.71%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Missouri0.71% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
89
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
331
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,111
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $540k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 (+40%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
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.
$28 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Paul R Epp's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine
48 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
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine (Class of 1978)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Paul R Epp
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paul R Epp for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Saint Joseph 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 Paul R Epp
Dr. Epp is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Saint Joseph, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (816) 271-7273.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Paul R Epp
Practice Location
5325 Faraon St, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-3488
Mailing Address
5325 Faraon St, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-3488
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