Carolyn Melinda Ziemer, M.D.

Dermatology

Carolyn Melinda Ziemer is a Dermatology specialist based in Hillsborough, NC with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(919) 966-7890Hillsborough, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across NC can see Carolyn Melinda Ziemer, M.D. in person in Hillsborough or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine in 2013 and has 13+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 18 Dermatology providers in NCSee all Dermatology in Hillsborough13+ years experienceNPI since 2013

Older · 856dNPPES updated 2024-01-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

460 Waterstone Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278-9078

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

73.9%

North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.9 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

238

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

25

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

88

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $236k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-6%)64%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-8%)62%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-3%)46%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
27%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-7%)23%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2013

    University of North Carolina School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jan 18, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 13 years in practice

    Established

DermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.

Taxonomy: 207N00000X

Education & Training

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 2013)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

5221 Paramount Pkwy Ste 420, Morrisville, NC 27560-5491

Differs from practice location

Virtual Dermatology Care With Carolyn Melinda Ziemer

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Carolyn Melinda Ziemer for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hillsborough 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 Carolyn Melinda Ziemer

Dr. Ziemer is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hillsborough, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 966-7890.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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