Timothy Hans Derstine, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Timothy Hans Derstine, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 34+ years, working in group practice. A Temple University School of Medicine graduate since 1992, he brings 34+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3570dNPPES updated 2016-07-26 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
315 S Allen St Suite 216, State College, PA 16801-4849
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.8%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12 pts)
Better than 87% of reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
49
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
78
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,720
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $156k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+31%) — 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 (+27%) — 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 (-13%) — less common here
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 (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$80 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Timothy Hans Derstine's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
34 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
Temple University School of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
Po Box 1120, Lemont, PA 16851-1120
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Timothy Hans Derstine
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Timothy Hans Derstine for mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to State College 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 Timothy Hans Derstine
NPI records show Dr. Derstine as active with telehealth listed in State College, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (814) 689-9744.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Timothy Hans Derstine
Practice Location
315 S Allen St Suite 216, State College, PA 16801-4849
Mailing Address
Po Box 1120, Lemont, PA 16851-1120
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