John Forrest Rians, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
John Forrest Rians is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Batesville, AR with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
John Forrest Rians, M.D. runs an independent psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Batesville, AR. He graduated from Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, depression, and anxiety (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 90% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1700dNPPES updated 2021-09-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arkansas State Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2230 Harrison St, Batesville, AR 72501-7417
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.5%
Arkansas avg: 85.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.7 pts)
Top 10% of reporting doctors in ArkansasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
82
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
117
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
732
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $112k
Percentile rankings compared against 124 reporting peers in Arkansas.
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, Depression, and Anxiety 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
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
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
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 · 1999
Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 26, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
27 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
Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 1999)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 150022
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With John Forrest Rians
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John Forrest Rians for blood pressure monitoring, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Batesville 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 Forrest Rians
NPI records show Dr. Rians as active with telehealth listed in Batesville, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (870) 698-2100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact John Forrest Rians
Practice Location
2230 Harrison St, Batesville, AR 72501-7417
Mailing Address
2230 Harrison St, Batesville, AR 72501-7417
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