Anthony Chi Zamcho, MD
Patients across SC can see Anthony Chi Zamcho, MD in person in West Columbia or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Temple University School of Medicine (class of 2005), he has been practicing for over 21 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83.04/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 47% of MIPS-scored doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 218dNPPES updated 2025-09-30 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2720 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169-4810
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in South Carolina.
MIPS Score
202383.04/100
South Carolina avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in South CarolinaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.03%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.9 pts)
6.03% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
680
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
316
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
929
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $60k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South 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%↑ 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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — 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 (+25%) — 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 (+32%) — 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 (+15%) — 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 (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Anthony Chi Zamcho's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.50 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe 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 · 2005
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Board certified · Sep 29, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
21 years in practice
Experienced
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Taxonomy: 208M00000X
Education & Training
Temple University School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
Po Box 6069, West Columbia, SC 29171-6069
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospitalist Care With Anthony Chi Zamcho
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Anthony Chi Zamcho for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to West Columbia 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 Chi Zamcho
Dr. Zamcho is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in West Columbia, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (803) 936-7372.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Anthony Chi Zamcho
Practice Location
2720 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169-4810
Mailing Address
Po Box 6069, West Columbia, SC 29171-6069
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