Anita A. Kelkar, M.D/M.P.H.
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Anita A. Kelkar is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Winston Salem, NC with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (CARDIOLOGY)
Anita a. Kelkar, M.D/M.P.H. runs an independent cardiologist practice in Winston Salem, NC. She graduated from New York Medical College in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and heart failure (per CMS claims data).
Older · 2943dNPPES updated 2018-08-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better70.3%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-12.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
73
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
190
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,150
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.78M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Heart Failure.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+53%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.35 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityShe 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 · 2011
New York Medical College
15 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
New York Medical College (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
69 Jesse Hill Jr Dr Se Internal Medicine Residency Program, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30303-3033
Differs from practice location
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Anita a. Kelkar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Anita a. Kelkar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, heart failure monitoring — no travel to Winston Salem 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 Anita a. Kelkar
NPI records show Dr. Kelkar as active with telehealth listed in Winston Salem, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (336) 716-2255.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157
Mailing Address
69 Jesse Hill Jr Dr Se Internal Medicine Residency Program, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30303-3033
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