Sophia Bezirganian, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
With over 41 years in psychiatry & neurology, Sophia Bezirganian, MD is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Elmira. A Medical College of Pennsylvania graduate since 1985, she brings 41+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have mood disorders, high cholesterol, and anxiety.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6877dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1003 Walnut St, Elmira, NY 14901-1007
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
68
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
80
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,913
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $385k
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 Mood Disorders, High Cholesterol, and Anxiety Disorders.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — 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 (-17%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
Medical College of Pennsylvania
41 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
Medical College of Pennsylvania (Class of 1985)
Mailing address
211 N Geneva St, Ithaca, NY 14850-4135
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Sophia Bezirganian
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sophia Bezirganian for mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Elmira 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 Sophia Bezirganian
NPI records show Dr. Bezirganian as active with telehealth listed in Elmira, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (607) 732-5646.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sophia Bezirganian
Practice Location
1003 Walnut St, Elmira, NY 14901-1007
Mailing Address
211 N Geneva St, Ithaca, NY 14850-4135
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