Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz, MD
Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz is an Obstetrics & Gynecology specialist based in Asheville, NC with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz, MD has practiced obstetrics & gynecology for 16+ years, working in group practice. A University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine graduate since 2010, she brings 16+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.1/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Federal MIPS score higher than 24% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 642dNPPES updated 2024-08-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.1/100
North Carolina avg: 91.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
126
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
124
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
401
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $31k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-27%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$56 received from industry
3 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 Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2010
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 18, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
16 years in practice
Experienced
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Taxonomy: 207V00000X
Education & Training
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 2010)
Mailing address
27 Farrwood Ave, Asheville, NC 28804-3602
Differs from practice location
Virtual Obstetrics & Gynecology Care With Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Asheville 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 Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz
NPI records show Dr. Kurtz as active with telehealth listed in Asheville, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 258-9191.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Catherine Kirby Tanner Kurtz
Practice Location
143 Asheland Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-4013
Mailing Address
27 Farrwood Ave, Asheville, NC 28804-3602
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