Ramesh Babu Kannegenti, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Ramesh Babu Kannegenti is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Columbus, GA with over 45 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across GA can see Ramesh Babu Kannegenti, M.D. in person in Columbus or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 45+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Columbus area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 95% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4946dNPPES updated 2012-11-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
820 Brookstone Centre Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31904-9246
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.5%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.7 pts)
Top 5% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
65
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
101
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,186
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $79k
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 Depression, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
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
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$300 received from industry
23 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 Ramesh Babu Kannegenti's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
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
Mailing address
6 Yosemite Ct, Columbus, GA 31907-1730
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Ramesh Babu Kannegenti
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ramesh Babu Kannegenti for depression management, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Columbus 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 Ramesh Babu Kannegenti
NPI records show Dr. Kannegenti as active with telehealth listed in Columbus, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (706) 653-2889.
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 Ramesh Babu Kannegenti
Practice Location
820 Brookstone Centre Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31904-9246
Mailing Address
6 Yosemite Ct, Columbus, GA 31907-1730
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