Richard B Alexander, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Richard B Alexander is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Springfield, IL with over 49 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRY
Patients across IL can see Richard B Alexander, M.D. in person in Springfield or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 1977 and has 49+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 81% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3225 Hedley Rd, Springfield, IL 62711-6248
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202372.15/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-11.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.7%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.9 pts)
Better than 81% of reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
118
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
206
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,793
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $426k
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 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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 · 1977
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
49 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
Education & Training
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Class of 1977)
Mailing address
3225 Hedley Rd Po Box 13484, Springfield, IL 62711-6248
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Richard B Alexander
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard B Alexander for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to Springfield 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 Richard B Alexander
NPI records show Dr. Alexander as active with telehealth listed in Springfield, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (217) 726-7300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard B Alexander
Practice Location
3225 Hedley Rd, Springfield, IL 62711-6248
Mailing Address
3225 Hedley Rd Po Box 13484, Springfield, IL 62711-6248
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