Cedric J Strong, MD
Cedric J Strong, MD practices as part of a group hospitalist practice in Wailuku, HI. He graduated from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine in 2000 and has 26+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 98.8/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 95% of MIPS-scored doctors in Hawaii
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6536dNPPES updated 2008-06-13 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2180 Main St, Wailuku, HI 96793-1666
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 95% of doctors in Hawaii on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202398.8/100
Hawaii avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.2 pts)
Top 5% of MIPS-scored doctors in HawaiiHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.47%
Hawaii avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.4 pts)
5.47% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
190
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
123
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
256
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $21k
Percentile rankings compared against 262 reporting peers in Hawaii.
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — 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 (+22%) — 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 (+25%) — 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 (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$259 received from industry
11 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 Cedric J Strong's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
Meharry Medical College School of Medicine
26 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
Meharry Medical College School of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Virtual Hospitalist Care With Cedric J Strong
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Cedric J Strong for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Wailuku 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 Cedric J Strong
NPI records show Dr. Strong as active with telehealth listed in Wailuku, HI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (808) 242-6464.
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 Cedric J Strong
Practice Location
2180 Main St, Wailuku, HI 96793-1666
Mailing Address
2180 Main St, Wailuku, HI 96793-1666
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