Terry Alan Teplitz, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Terry Alan Teplitz is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Chevy Chase, MD with over 51 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRY
Terry Alan Teplitz, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 51+ years, working in independent practice. Trained at University of Maryland School of Medicine (class of 1975), he has been practicing for over 51 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 93% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
5530 Wisconsin Ave #852, Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4404
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.8%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15 pts)
Top 7% of reporting doctors in MarylandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
228
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
120
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
724
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $58k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Mood Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
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 · 1975
University of Maryland School of Medicine
51 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 Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 1975)
Mailing address
5610 Wisconsin Ave #609, Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4415
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Terry Alan Teplitz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Terry Alan Teplitz for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Chevy Chase 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 Terry Alan Teplitz
NPI records show Dr. Teplitz as active with telehealth listed in Chevy Chase, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 656-1822.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Terry Alan Teplitz
Practice Location
5530 Wisconsin Ave #852, Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4404
Mailing Address
5610 Wisconsin Ave #609, Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4415
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