Denise M Johnson-Dechow, DO
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Denise M Johnson-Dechow, DO has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 32+ years, working in group practice. A Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences graduate since 1994, she brings 32+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, anxiety, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 91% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
834 North Seminary Street Suite 405, Galesburg, IL 61401
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.1%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.3 pts)
Top 9% of reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
38
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
174
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,026
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $139k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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 Hypertension, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Denise M Johnson-Dechow's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
Des Moines University
Board certified · Mar 9, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
32 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
Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
765 N Kellogg St Suite 205, Galesburg, IL 61401-2875
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Denise M Johnson-Dechow
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Denise M Johnson-Dechow for blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Galesburg 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 Denise M Johnson-Dechow
NPI records show Dr. Johnson-Dechow as active with telehealth listed in Galesburg, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (309) 344-9444.
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 Denise M Johnson-Dechow
Practice Location
834 North Seminary Street Suite 405, Galesburg, IL 61401
Mailing Address
765 N Kellogg St Suite 205, Galesburg, IL 61401-2875
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