Anthony L Fisher, MD
With over 32 years in general practice, Anthony L Fisher, MD is a long-established general practitioner in Brevard. He graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine in 1994 and has 32+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 61% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1035dNPPES updated 2023-07-06 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
150 S Caldwell St, Brevard, NC 28712-3602
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.8%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.3 pts)
3.8% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.9%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
162
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
293
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,684
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $186k
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-30%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1994
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 5, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.
Taxonomy: 208D00000X
Education & Training
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Virtual General Practice Care With Anthony L Fisher
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Anthony L Fisher for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Brevard 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 Anthony L Fisher
Dr. Fisher is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Brevard, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 883-4040.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Anthony L Fisher
Practice Location
150 S Caldwell St, Brevard, NC 28712-3602
Mailing Address
150 S Caldwell St, Brevard, NC 28712-3602
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