Neil E Whicker, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Neil E Whicker is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Atlanta, GA with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 29 years in psychiatry & neurology, Neil E Whicker, M.D. is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Atlanta. Trained at Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, depression, and hypertension (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.57/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 87% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 87% of doctors in Georgia on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.57/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11 pts)
Better than 87% of MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.3%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)
Better than 85% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
44
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
187
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,453
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $188k
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, Depression, and Hypertension.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-25%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
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 · 1997
Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
29 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
Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University (Class of 1997)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Neil E Whicker
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Neil E Whicker for mood disorder follow-ups, depression management, blood pressure monitoring — 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 Neil E Whicker
Dr. Whicker is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Atlanta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 616-2440.
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
341 Ponce De Leon Ave Ne, Atlanta, GA 30308-2012
Mailing Address
341 Ponce De Leon Ave Ne, Atlanta, GA 30308-2012
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