Tariq Kakish, MD

Internal Medicine

Tariq Kakish is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Royal Oak, MI with over 30 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(248) 399-5492Royal Oak, MI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across MI can see Tariq Kakish, MD in person in Royal Oak or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Wayne State University School of Medicine (class of 1996), he has been practicing for over 30 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in Michigan
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 920 Internal Medicine providers in MISee all Internal Medicine in Royal Oak30+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3867dNPPES updated 2015-10-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

32121 Woodward Ave Suite 204, Royal Oak, MI 48073-6237

Fax: (248) 399-5792
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+9%)41%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+6%)40%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

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

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+4%)34%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

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

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
24%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1996

    Wayne State University School of Medicine

  2. 30 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

Wayne State University School of Medicine (Class of 1996)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Tariq Kakish

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Tariq Kakish for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Royal Oak required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tariq Kakish

Dr. Kakish is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Royal Oak, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (248) 399-5492.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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