James M Whisenand, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
James M Whisenand is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Champaign, IL with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
James M Whisenand, MD has been part of the Champaign medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Saint Louis University School of Medicine (class of 1986), he has been practicing for over 40 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, mood disorders, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1813 W. Kirby Avenue Psychiatry/Psychology, Champaign, IL 61821
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.8%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9 pts)
Better than 74% of reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
110
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
291
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,709
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $444k
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 High Cholesterol, Mood Disorders, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — 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 (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
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 · 1986
Saint Louis University School of Medicine
40 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
Saint Louis University School of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
611 W. Park St. Bwpc, Urbana, IL 61801-2500
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With James M Whisenand
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James M Whisenand for cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Champaign 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 James M Whisenand
Dr. Whisenand is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Champaign, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (217) 383-1850.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James M Whisenand
Practice Location
1813 W. Kirby Avenue Psychiatry/Psychology, Champaign, IL 61821
Mailing Address
611 W. Park St. Bwpc, Urbana, IL 61801-2500
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