Tony A Payson, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Tony A Payson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Mcgregor, TX with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Tony a Payson, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 43+ years, working in independent practice. Trained at University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include depression, mood disorders, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 275dNPPES updated 2025-08-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
123 Shady Trl, Mcgregor, TX 76657-3768
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.8%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
23
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
68
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,173
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $97k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 Depression, Mood Disorders, and Hypertension.
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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$237 received from industry
18 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 Tony a Payson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Ut Health San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 20, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
43 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 Texas Medical School at San Antonio (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
Po Box 21659, Waco, TX 76702-1659
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Tony a Payson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Tony a Payson for depression management, mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Mcgregor 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 Tony a Payson
Dr. Payson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Mcgregor, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (254) 772-6770.
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 Tony a Payson
Practice Location
123 Shady Trl, Mcgregor, TX 76657-3768
Mailing Address
Po Box 21659, Waco, TX 76702-1659
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