Richard Allen Malek, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Richard Allen Malek is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Reno, NV with over 62 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NV can see Richard Allen Malek, M.D. in person in Reno or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) graduate since 1964, he brings 62+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with depression, anxiety, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in Nevada
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
85 Kirman Ave Ste 200, Reno, NV 89502-1340
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96%
Nevada avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.2 pts)
Better than 87% of reporting doctors in NevadaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
123
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
202
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,935
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $160k
Percentile rankings compared against 283 reporting peers in Nevada.
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
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 (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
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 · 1964
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 2, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
62 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
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1964)
Mailing address
1155 Mill St # Msm14, Reno, NV 89502-1576
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Richard Allen Malek
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Allen Malek for depression management, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Reno 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 Allen Malek
Dr. Malek is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Reno, NV. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (775) 982-2862.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard Allen Malek
Practice Location
85 Kirman Ave Ste 200, Reno, NV 89502-1340
Mailing Address
1155 Mill St # Msm14, Reno, NV 89502-1576
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