Rifaat S Elmallakh, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Rifaat S Elmallakh is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Louisville, KY with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Rifaat S Elmallakh, M.D. has been part of the Louisville medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) graduate since 1984, he brings 42+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, anxiety, and bipolar disorder (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 36% of reporting doctors in Kentucky
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4862dNPPES updated 2013-01-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
550 S. Jackson St., Louisville, KY 40202
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202373.2/100
Kentucky avg: 90.2 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86%
Kentucky avg: 84.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
178
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
197
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,924
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $489k
Percentile rankings compared against 922 reporting peers in Kentucky.
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, Anxiety Disorders, and Bipolar Disorder.
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 (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$310.6k received from industry
300 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High 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 Rifaat S Elmallakh's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1984
University of Illinois College of Medicine
42 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 1984)
Mailing address
P.O. Box 69, Louisville, KY 40201
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Rifaat S Elmallakh
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rifaat S Elmallakh for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, bipolar management — no travel to Louisville 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 Rifaat S Elmallakh
NPI records show Dr. Elmallakh as active with telehealth listed in Louisville, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (502) 852-5866.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Rifaat S Elmallakh
Practice Location
550 S. Jackson St., Louisville, KY 40202
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 69, Louisville, KY 40201
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