John Lauer, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
John Lauer is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Charleston, IL with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRY
John Lauer, MD practices as part of a group psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Charleston, IL. A Southern Illinois University School of Medicine graduate since 1988, he brings 38+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, depression, and anxiety. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.81/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 31% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
700 W Lincoln Ave Ste 200, Charleston, IL 61920-2468
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202391.81/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
38
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
12
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
52
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
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, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+43%) — 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
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 1988
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 17, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
38 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
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
Po Box 372, Mattoon, IL 61938-0372
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With John Lauer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John Lauer for cholesterol management, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Charleston 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 John Lauer
Dr. Lauer is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Charleston, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (217) 238-4042.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact John Lauer
Practice Location
700 W Lincoln Ave Ste 200, Charleston, IL 61920-2468
Mailing Address
Po Box 372, Mattoon, IL 61938-0372
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