David C. Silkiner, M.D.
David C. Silkiner is a Family Medicine specialist based in Simpsonville, SC with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David C. Silkiner, M.D. has been part of the Simpsonville medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1983 and has 43+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 31% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 59% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1836dNPPES updated 2021-05-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
717 Se Main St Bldg a, Simpsonville, SC 29681-3237
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 = better2.6%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)
2.6% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.6%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
352
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
503
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,774
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $649k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South 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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — 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 (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$261 received from industry
15 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 David C. Silkiner's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Emory University School of Medicine
Board certified · May 12, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
300 E Mcbee Ave Fl 4, Greenville, SC 29601-2842
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With David C. Silkiner
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David C. Silkiner for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Simpsonville 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 C. Silkiner
Dr. Silkiner is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Simpsonville, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (864) 522-5400.
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 C. Silkiner
Practice Location
717 Se Main St Bldg a, Simpsonville, SC 29681-3237
Mailing Address
300 E Mcbee Ave Fl 4, Greenville, SC 29601-2842
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