Dorothy Clare Tessman, NP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Tessman Nurse Practitioner
1639567886Is Dorothy Clare Tessman, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Dorothy Clare Tessman, NP has a trust score of 77/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Chicago. With 12 years of practice (above the local average of 9), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Tessman's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a psych/mental health nurse practitioner?
Psychiatric-mental health NPs (PMHNPs) diagnose and treat mental health conditions, including medication management and therapy.
When to see one: For depression, anxiety, ADHD, or psychiatric medication management.
More about psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioners →Trust Verification
- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Chicago, IL
Chicago has 4095 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 9 years in practice, and 352 focused on psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. Illinois nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
12
Years practicing
9
Avg in Chicago
4095
Nurse Practitioners in Chicago
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Tessman's license is active and unrestricted with the Illinois board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dorothy Clare Tessman, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Dorothy Clare Tessman, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1639567886) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Dorothy Clare Tessman, NP?
Dorothy Clare Tessman, NP has approximately 12 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Chicago has about 9 years. There are 4095 nurse practitioners in Chicago, including 352 with a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Dorothy Clare Tessman, NP located?
Dorothy Clare Tessman, NP practices at Tessman Nurse Practitioner, 912 S WOOD ST, NEUROPSYCHIATRIC INSTITUTE, Chicago, IL 60612. Phone: (312) 996-6746.
Related reading
Choosing a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
PMHNPs are a growing option for mental-health medication management.
Can Nurse Practitioners Prescribe Medication?
In most states NPs can prescribe, including many controlled substances.
How to Verify an NP's License
Confirming an active license and clean record is a smart first step.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Tessman's current standing at the source:
Look up on the state boardWe link to the official board rather than republishing discipline records, so you always see the most current, authoritative status.
Quick Facts
- Focus
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Female
- NPI Since
- 12/22/2014