Tara Collins, M.D., M.P.H.

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

Tara Collins is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in San Francisco, CA with over 19 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(415) 597-8000San Francisco, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Tara Collins, M.D., M.P.H. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 19+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Emory University School of Medicine (class of 2007), she has been practicing for over 19 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have schizophrenia, mood disorders, and high cholesterol.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 72% 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 San Francisco19+ years experienceNPI since 2009

Older · 396dNPPES updated 2025-04-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

982 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103-2911

Fax: (415) 597-8004
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 Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.

Schizophrenia
66%

A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior

Mood Disorders
55%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-20%)50%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+12%)46%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-25%)45%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-25%) — less common here

Substance Use Disorders
45%

Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues

Tobacco Use Disorder
41%

Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications

Depression
Higher than avg (+6%)38%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2007

    Emory University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 23, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 19 years in practice

    Experienced

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

Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 2007)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

250 Bon Air Rd Unit B, Greenbrae, CA 94904-1702

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Tara Collins

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Tara Collins for follow-up consultations, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to San Francisco required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tara Collins

Dr. Collins is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Francisco, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (415) 597-8000.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

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

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