David Fitzgerald, M.D.
Infectious Disease Internal Medicine
David Fitzgerald is an Infectious Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Burlington, NC with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NC can see David Fitzgerald, M.D. in person in Burlington or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (class of 2000), he has been practicing for over 26 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 376dNPPES updated 2025-05-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1236 Huffman Mill Rd Ste 1000a, Burlington, NC 27215-8700
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.31%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.8 pts)
2.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.8%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
264
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
727
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,530
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.29M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%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 (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$124 received from industry
1 transaction 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 David Fitzgerald's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Board certified · May 11, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat complex infections including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, antibiotic-resistant infections (MRSA), post-surgical infections, and travel-related illnesses. They also provide pre-travel vaccination counseling and manage infections in immunocompromised patients.
Taxonomy: 207RI0200X
Education & Training
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
300 E Wendover Ave, Greensboro, NC 27401-1229
Differs from practice location
Virtual Infectious Disease Care With David Fitzgerald
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Fitzgerald for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Burlington 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 Fitzgerald
Dr. Fitzgerald is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Burlington, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (336) 538-8760.
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 David Fitzgerald
Practice Location
1236 Huffman Mill Rd Ste 1000a, Burlington, NC 27215-8700
Mailing Address
300 E Wendover Ave, Greensboro, NC 27401-1229
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