Bridget P. Early, M.D.
Bridget P. Early is a Family Medicine specialist based in Columbia, MO with over 33 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ADDICTION MEDICINE
With over 33 years in family medicine, Bridget P. Early, M.D. is a long-established family medicine physician in Columbia. She graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1993 and has 33+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 40% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2100 E Broadway Ste 108, Columbia, MO 65201-6082
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.15%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.1 pts)
8.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.8%
Missouri avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MissouriHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
60
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
153
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,712
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $508k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$107 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Bridget P. Early's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1993
Duke University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 21, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
33 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 1993)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Bridget P. Early
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Bridget P. Early for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to 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 Bridget P. Early
Dr. Early is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Columbia, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (573) 657-7330.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Bridget P. Early
Practice Location
2100 E Broadway Ste 108, Columbia, MO 65201-6082
Mailing Address
2100 E Broadway Ste 108, Columbia, MO 65201-6082
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