Dr. Rakesh Chandra

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 52+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Rakesh Chandra V, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Cairo, Illinois. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1972, having over 52 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale, Harrisburg Medical Center. Dr. Rakesh Chandra also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Christopher Greater Area Rural Health Planning Corporation, Shawnee Health Service And Development Corporation. Dr. Rakesh Chandra accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Rakesh Chandra at 1400 Commercial Ave to request Dr. Rakesh Chandra the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1400 Commercial Ave
Cairo, IL 62914-1978


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Rakesh Chandra V
Gender Male
PECOS ID 2365442449
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Psychiatry (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 52 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Rakesh Chandra graduated from medical school in 1972.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1225065220
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, June 26, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Friday, October 31, 2014

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Rakesh Chandra

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Rakesh Chandra has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 52 years of experience.
  • Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
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    Psychiatry
    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
  • Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers / Psychologist
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    Psychologist
    A psychologist is an individual who is licensed to practice psychology which is defined as the observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the application of psychological principles, methods, and procedures, for the purpose of preventing or eliminating symptomatic, maladaptive, or undesired behavior and of enhancing interpersonal relationships, work and life adjustment, personal effectiveness, behavioral health, and mental health. The practice of psychology includes, but is not limited to, psychological testing and the evaluation or assessment of personal characteristics, such as intelligence, personality, abilities, interests, aptitudes, and neuropsychological functioning; counseling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, and behavior analysis and therapy; diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorder or disability, alcoholism and substance abuse, disorders of habit or conduct, as well as of the psychological aspects of physical illness, accident, injury, or disability; and psycheducational evaluation, therapy, remediation, and consultation. Psychological services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups and the public.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Christopher Greater Area Rural Health Planning Corporation
  • Shawnee Health Service And Development Corporation


Practice Locations

1400 Commercial Ave
Cairo, IL 62914-1978
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, February 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Friday, October 31, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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