Stella Devon Nelms, PH.D., ABPP
Stella Devon Nelms is a Health Psychologist based in Decatur, GA with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Stella Devon Nelms, PH.D., ABPP specializes in psychology, serving patients in Decatur, GA in group practice. She has been in practice for 20+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and depression (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.26/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 815dNPPES updated 2024-02-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Georgia.
MIPS Score
202392.26/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
23
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePercentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Depression.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.29 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityShe 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.
Board certified · Feb 28, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
A psychologist who specializes in clinical health psychology that investigates and implements clinical services across diverse populations and settings to promote health and well-being and to prevent, treat, and manage illness and disability. Clinical health psychology sees health as the confluence of psychological, social, cultural, and biological factors and applies this understanding to professional activities including:<br/>* Research<br/>* Clinical service<br/>* Consulting with, educating, and supervising other health care providers and psychologists<br/>* Advising organizations, institutions, the public, and policymakers
Taxonomy: 103TH0004X
Mailing address
1441 Clifton Rd Ne Ste 170, Atlanta, GA 30322-1004
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychology Care With Stella Devon Nelms
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stella Devon Nelms for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to Decatur 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 Stella Devon Nelms
NPI records show Dr. Nelms as active with telehealth listed in Decatur, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 321-6111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Stella Devon Nelms
Practice Location
1670 Clairmont Rd, Decatur, GA 30033-4004
Mailing Address
1441 Clifton Rd Ne Ste 170, Atlanta, GA 30322-1004
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