Perry Branson, M.D
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Perry Branson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in New York, NY with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 48 years in psychiatry & neurology, Perry Branson, M.D is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in New York. Trained at New York University School of Medicine (class of 1978), he has been practicing for over 48 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6897dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.7%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.9 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
74
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
162
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,937
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $388k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 High Cholesterol, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
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 (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.37 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe 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.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Perry Branson, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
Nyu Grossman 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
New York University School of Medicine (Class of 1978)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Perry Branson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Perry Branson for cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to New York 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 Perry Branson
Dr. Branson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 529-3204.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Perry Branson
Practice Location
201 E 21st St Apt 1a, New York, NY 10010-6402
Mailing Address
201 E 21st St Apt 1a, New York, NY 10010-6402
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology in New York
See allIona H. Ginsburg, MD
New York, NY
Warren Harvey Goodman, MD
Great Neck, NY
Won Gi Im, MD
Amityville, NY