Nitin Rasikchandra Patel, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
With over 45 years in psychiatry & neurology, Nitin Rasikchandra Patel, M.D. is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Valdosta. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 45 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and depression.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 95% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1840dNPPES updated 2021-04-22 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2109 N Patterson St Ste B, Valdosta, GA 31602-2577
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.4%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.6 pts)
Top 5% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
97
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
139
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,806
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $118k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Depression.
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
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$458 received from industry
19 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Nitin Rasikchandra Patel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Apr 21, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
45 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
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Nitin Rasikchandra Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nitin Rasikchandra Patel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to Valdosta 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 Nitin Rasikchandra Patel
NPI records show Dr. Patel as active with telehealth listed in Valdosta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (229) 232-4833.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Nitin Rasikchandra Patel
Practice Location
2109 N Patterson St Ste B, Valdosta, GA 31602-2577
Mailing Address
2109 N Patterson St Ste B, Valdosta, GA 31602-2577
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