David William Frate, DO
David William Frate is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Concord, NC with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: FAMILY PRACTICE
David William Frate, DO practices as part of a group internist practice in Concord, NC. A Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie graduate since 2006, he brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 62% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Federal MIPS score higher than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1085 Ne Gateway Ct Ne Ste 200, Concord, NC 28025-2406
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 83% of doctors in North Carolina on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
North Carolina avg: 91.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Better than 83% of MIPS-scored doctors in North CarolinaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.55%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)
2.55% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
307
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
643
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
13,801
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.22M
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — 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
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%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.64 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Mar 3, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
Po Box 19305, Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With David William Frate
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David William Frate for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Concord 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 William Frate
Dr. Frate is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Concord, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (704) 403-8650.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David William Frate
Practice Location
1085 Ne Gateway Ct Ne Ste 200, Concord, NC 28025-2406
Mailing Address
Po Box 19305, Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
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