Rifki J. Goldin Mertdogan, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
With over 34 years in psychiatry & neurology, Rifki J. Goldin Mertdogan, M.D. is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Morris. Trained at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (class of 1992), he has been practicing for over 34 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include anxiety, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 47% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1078dNPPES updated 2023-05-24 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1401 Lakewood Dr Sutie a, Morris, IL 60450-3352
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.82%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Illinois0.82% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.9%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.1 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
161
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
257
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,142
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $464k
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
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
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — 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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$691 received from industry
33 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Rifki J. Goldin Mertdogan's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.74 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Board certified · May 23, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
34 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 1992)
Mailing address
Po Box 713260, Chicago, IL 60677-1260
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Rifki J. Goldin Mertdogan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rifki J. Goldin Mertdogan for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Morris 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 Rifki J. Goldin Mertdogan
NPI records show Dr. Goldin Mertdogan as active with telehealth listed in Morris, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (815) 942-6323.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Rifki J. Goldin Mertdogan
Practice Location
1401 Lakewood Dr Sutie a, Morris, IL 60450-3352
Mailing Address
Po Box 713260, Chicago, IL 60677-1260
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