Robert E Soper, M.D.

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

(707) 445-4705Eureka, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Robert E Soper, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 45+ years, working in independent practice. A University of Wisconsin School of Medicine graduate since 1981, he brings 45+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, anxiety, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 49% of reporting doctors in California
  • Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,508 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in CASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Eureka45+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 1156dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

104 W St, Eureka, CA 95501-0834

Fax: (707) 445-0581
CMS Clinical Data

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 = better

0.94%

California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in California

0.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

93.8%

California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+11 pts)

Better than 85% of reporting doctors in California

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

154

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

124

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,868

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $418k

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.

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, Anxiety Disorders, and Hypertension.

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+25%)59%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-12%)58%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

Depression
Higher than avg (+24%)56%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-21%)49%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here

Bipolar Disorder
45%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-12%)37%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-5%)29%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

Industry Payment Transparency

$247 received from industry

16 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 2018, attributed to Robert E Soper's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

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

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1981

    University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

  2. 45 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

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

University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1981)

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Robert E Soper

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Robert E Soper for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Eureka 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 E Soper

NPI records show Dr. Soper as active with telehealth listed in Eureka, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (707) 445-4705.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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