Robert I. Picker, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Robert I. Picker is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Walnut Creek, CA with over 57 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Robert I. Picker, M.D. has been part of the Walnut Creek medical community since 2006 in independent practice. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School in 1969 and has 57+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with anxiety, mood disorders, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1399 Ygnacio Valley Rd Suite 25, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2884
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.04%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.04% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13 pts)
Better than 89% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
57
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
89
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,247
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $80k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 High Cholesterol.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder — difficulty focusing, hyperactivity, and impulsivity
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.7k received from industry
111 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Robert I. Picker's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1969
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
57 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
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 1969)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Robert I. Picker
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert I. Picker for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Walnut Creek 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 Robert I. Picker
Dr. Picker is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Walnut Creek, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (925) 945-8440.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Robert I. Picker
Practice Location
1399 Ygnacio Valley Rd Suite 25, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2884
Mailing Address
1399 Ygnacio Valley Rd Suite 25, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2884
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