Douglas K Laipple, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Douglas K Laipple is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Atlanta, GA with over 49 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Douglas K Laipple, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 49+ years, working in group practice. A Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine graduate since 1977, he brings 49+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, anxiety, and schizophrenia (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 63% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2900 Chamblee Tucker Rd Bldg 16, Atlanta, GA 30341-4148
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.9%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
142
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
265
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,296
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.85M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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, Anxiety Disorders, and Schizophrenia.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — 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 (-8%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
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 · 1977
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Board certified · Oct 27, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
49 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
Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine (Class of 1977)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Douglas K Laipple
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Douglas K Laipple for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, follow-up consultations — no travel to Atlanta 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 Douglas K Laipple
NPI records show Dr. Laipple as active with telehealth listed in Atlanta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (770) 939-1288.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Douglas K Laipple
Practice Location
2900 Chamblee Tucker Rd Bldg 16, Atlanta, GA 30341-4148
Mailing Address
2900 Chamblee Tucker Rd Bldg 16, Atlanta, GA 30341-4148
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