Donald Robert Teater, M.D.
Addiction Medicine Psychiatry & Neurology
Donald Robert Teater is an Addiction Medicine Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Waynesville, NC with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Donald Robert Teater, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 41+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1985 and has 41+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and anxiety (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 24% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1207 East St, Waynesville, NC 28786-3438
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.25%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.2 pts)
6.25% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.1%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
79
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
25
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
240
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $56k
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and Anxiety Disorders.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — 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 (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — 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 (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-36%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
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 · 1985
Ohio State University College of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 13, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A doctor of osteopathy board eligible/certified in the field of Psychiatry by the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry is able to obtain a Certificate of Added Qualifications in the field of Addiction Medicine
Taxonomy: 2084A0401X
Education & Training
Ohio State University College of Medicine (Class of 1985)
Mailing address
220 5th Ave E, Hendersonville, NC 28792-4377
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 070027
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Addiction Medicine Care With Donald Robert Teater
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Donald Robert Teater for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling — no travel to Waynesville 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 Donald Robert Teater
NPI records show Dr. Teater as active with telehealth listed in Waynesville, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 631-3973.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Donald Robert Teater
Practice Location
1207 East St, Waynesville, NC 28786-3438
Mailing Address
220 5th Ave E, Hendersonville, NC 28792-4377
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