Rochelle Lynn Klinger, M.D.

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

(804) 365-4222Ashland, VA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across VA can see Rochelle Lynn Klinger, M.D. in person in Ashland or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 1982 and has 44+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, schizophrenia, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in Virginia
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 276 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in VASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Ashland44+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 4957dNPPES updated 2012-10-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Virginia Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

12300 Washington Highway, Ashland, VA 23005-7646

Fax: (804) 365-4252
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

85.8%

Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+3 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

45

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Prescription Recipients

121

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,519

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.23M

Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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, Schizophrenia, and High Cholesterol.

Mood Disorders
62%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Schizophrenia
58%

A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-19%)51%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-21%)49%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here

Bipolar Disorder
44%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

Depression
Higher than avg (+6%)38%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$147 received from industry

3 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Rochelle Lynn Klinger's NPI.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.27 / 1.00

Below-average vulnerability

She 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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1982

    Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine

  2. 44 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 1982)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

12300 Washington Hwy, Ashland, VA 23005-7646

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Rochelle Lynn Klinger

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Rochelle Lynn Klinger for mood disorder follow-ups, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Ashland 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 Rochelle Lynn Klinger

NPI records show Dr. Klinger as active with telehealth listed in Ashland, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (804) 365-4222.

Verified across 7 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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