Kavitha G Krishnan, MD
Kavitha G Krishnan is a Family Medicine specialist based in Lincolnwood, IL with over 8 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kavitha G Krishnan, MD specializes in family medicine, serving patients in Lincolnwood, IL in independent practice. Trained at Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine (class of 2018), she has been practicing for over 8 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 93.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 28% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Uses generic medications more than 51% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Federal MIPS score higher than 32% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
6810 N Mccormick Blvd, Lincolnwood, IL 60712-2709
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.09/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.81%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.81% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.2%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
139
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
359
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,993
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $303k
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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 · 2018
Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 30, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
8 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Texas a & M University System, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 2018)
Mailing address
4807 Welford Dr, Bellaire, TX 77401-5333
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Kavitha G Krishnan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kavitha G Krishnan for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lincolnwood 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 Kavitha G Krishnan
Dr. Krishnan is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lincolnwood, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (847) 674-6900.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kavitha G Krishnan
Practice Location
6810 N Mccormick Blvd, Lincolnwood, IL 60712-2709
Mailing Address
4807 Welford Dr, Bellaire, TX 77401-5333
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