Pauline Tsai, M.D.

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

Pauline Tsai is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Washington, DC with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(202) 944-5357Washington, DC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across DC can see Pauline Tsai, M.D. in person in Washington or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2008 and has 18+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, hypertension, and anxiety (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 76.56/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 14% of MIPS-scored doctors in District of Columbia
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 46 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in DCSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Washington18+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 3545dNPPES updated 2016-09-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2115 Wisconsin Ave Nw Suite 200, Washington, DC 20007-2265

Fax: (202) 944-5404
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

MIPS Score

2023

76.56/100

District of Columbia avg: 80.6 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-7 pts)

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

Medicare Patients

69

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

28

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

282

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $12k

Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.

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 Mood Disorders, Hypertension, and Anxiety Disorders.

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+38%)72%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+35%)67%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor

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 (+3%)52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+9%)43%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
39%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.61 / 1.00

Moderate vulnerability

She practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.

Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2008

    Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

  2. 18 years in practice

    Experienced

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 2008)

Practice Footprint

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 500025

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Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Pauline Tsai

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Pauline Tsai for mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling — no travel to Washington 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 Pauline Tsai

NPI records show Dr. Tsai as active with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 944-5357.

Verified across 7 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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