David W Dempster, MD
David W Dempster is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Tacoma, WA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HOSPITALIST, NEPHROLOGY
David W Dempster, MD practices as part of a group nephrologist practice in Tacoma, WA. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, kidney disease, and diabetes (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 36% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1880dNPPES updated 2021-03-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
209 Martin Luther King Jr Way Group Health Specialty Center, Tacoma, WA 98405-4265
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.2%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
31
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
131
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
856
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $60k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Diabetes.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — 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 (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 1999
University of Washington School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 29, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
209 Martin Luther King Jr Way Tacoma Medical Center, Tacoma, WA 98405-5093
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With David W Dempster
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David W Dempster for blood pressure monitoring, kidney care follow-ups, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Tacoma 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 David W Dempster
NPI records show Dr. Dempster as active with telehealth listed in Tacoma, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 596-3444.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David W Dempster
Practice Location
209 Martin Luther King Jr Way Group Health Specialty Center, Tacoma, WA 98405-4265
Mailing Address
209 Martin Luther King Jr Way Tacoma Medical Center, Tacoma, WA 98405-5093
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