Steven J Bupp, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Steven J Bupp is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Tucson, AZ with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Steven J Bupp, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 41+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) in 1985 and has 41+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, anxiety, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
5160 E Glenn St # 100, Tucson, AZ 85712-1337
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 = better2.97%
Arizona avg: 6.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.1 pts)
2.97% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.8%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12 pts)
Better than 85% of reporting doctors in ArizonaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
81
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
290
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,748
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $465k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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, Anxiety Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$27 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Steven J Bupp's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
University of Kansas School of Medicine
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
University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (Class of 1985)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Steven J Bupp
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Steven J Bupp for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, cholesterol management — no travel to Tucson 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 Steven J Bupp
Dr. Bupp is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Tucson, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (520) 747-8494.
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 Steven J Bupp
Practice Location
5160 E Glenn St # 100, Tucson, AZ 85712-1337
Mailing Address
5160 E Glenn St # 100, Tucson, AZ 85712-1337
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