Jeffrey Jay Rakofsky, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Jeffrey Jay Rakofsky is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Atlanta, GA with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Jeffrey Jay Rakofsky, MD has been part of the Atlanta medical community since 2008 in group practice. Trained at Emory University School of Medicine (class of 2005), he has been practicing for over 21 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.26/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 91% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2004 Ridgewood Dr Ne Suite 218, Atlanta, GA 30322-1031
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Georgia, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202392.26/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.3%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.5 pts)
Top 9% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
53
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
71
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,240
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $93k
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, Bipolar Disorder, and High Cholesterol.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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 · 2005
Emory University School of Medicine
21 years in practice
Experienced
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
Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Jeffrey Jay Rakofsky
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jeffrey Jay Rakofsky for mood disorder follow-ups, bipolar management, cholesterol management — 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 Jeffrey Jay Rakofsky
NPI records show Dr. Rakofsky as active with telehealth listed in Atlanta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 727-5157.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2004 Ridgewood Dr Ne Suite 218, Atlanta, GA 30322-1031
Mailing Address
2004 Ridgewood Dr Ne Suite 218, Atlanta, GA 30322-1031
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