John Elgin Wilkaitis, M.D.,M.B.A., M.S.
John Elgin Wilkaitis is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry specialist based in Jackson, MS with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
John Elgin Wilkaitis, M.D.,M.B.A., M.S. runs an independent child & adolescent psychiatry specialist practice in Jackson, MS. Trained at University of Mississippi School of Medicine (class of 2000), he has been practicing for over 26 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, depression, and mood disorders (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 91% of reporting doctors in Mississippi
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 669dNPPES updated 2024-07-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4500 Interstate 55 Frontage Road N Suite 234, Jackson, MS 39211-5931
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.8%
Mississippi avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13 pts)
Top 9% of reporting doctors in MississippiHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
87
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
60
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
337
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $30k
Percentile rankings compared against 222 reporting peers in Mississippi.
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 Mood 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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (-24%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$44 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to John Elgin Wilkaitis's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 22, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a subspecialty of psychiatry with additional skills and training in the diagnosis and treatment of developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders of childhood and adolescence.
Taxonomy: 2084P0804X
Education & Training
University of Mississippi School of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
70 Grandview Cir, Brandon, MS 39047-7398
Differs from practice location
Virtual Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Care With John Elgin Wilkaitis
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John Elgin Wilkaitis for blood pressure monitoring, depression management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Jackson 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 Elgin Wilkaitis
NPI records show Dr. Wilkaitis as active with telehealth listed in Jackson, MS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (601) 982-8531.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact John Elgin Wilkaitis
Practice Location
4500 Interstate 55 Frontage Road N Suite 234, Jackson, MS 39211-5931
Mailing Address
70 Grandview Cir, Brandon, MS 39047-7398
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