Shahid Mehmood Kaous, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Shahid Mehmood Kaous is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Springfield, MO with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MO can see Shahid Mehmood Kaous, M.D. in person in Springfield or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2007 — over 42 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with anxiety, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1300 E Bradford Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65804-4264
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.7%
Missouri avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.9 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in MissouriHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
53
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
129
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,825
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $313k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
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.
Board certified · Feb 5, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
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
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Shahid Mehmood Kaous
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shahid Mehmood Kaous for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, 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 Shahid Mehmood Kaous
Dr. Kaous is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Springfield, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (417) 761-5000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Shahid Mehmood Kaous
Practice Location
1300 E Bradford Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65804-4264
Mailing Address
1300 E Bradford Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65804-4264
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