E Macdonald Dubose, M.D.
Patients across SC can see E Macdonald Dubose, M.D. in person in Sumter or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine graduate since 1972, he brings 54+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 44% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 29% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5635dNPPES updated 2010-11-30 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
240 Church St, Sumter, SC 29150-4256
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 = better1.58%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South Carolina1.58% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.4%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
333
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
538
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
12,317
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.08M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, 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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$239 received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to E Macdonald Dubose's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1972
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
54 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
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (Class of 1972)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With E Macdonald Dubose
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with E Macdonald Dubose for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Sumter 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 E Macdonald Dubose
NPI records show Dr. Dubose as active with telehealth listed in Sumter, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (803) 773-4411.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact E Macdonald Dubose
Practice Location
240 Church St, Sumter, SC 29150-4256
Mailing Address
240 Church St, Sumter, SC 29150-4256
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