Edward T Murphy, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Edward T Murphy is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in Grand Rapids, MI with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 38 years in thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery), Edward T Murphy, MD is a long-established thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) specialist in Grand Rapids. Trained at State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (class of 1988), he has been practicing for over 38 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1532dNPPES updated 2022-03-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
221 Michigan St Ne Ste 300, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2537
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Michigan.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Michigan avg: 85.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MichiganHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
77
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
35
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
81
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$197 received from industry
3 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 Edward T Murphy's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1988
Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University
Board certified · Mar 13, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
100 Michigan St Ne Mc 845, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2560
Differs from practice location
Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Edward T Murphy
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Edward T Murphy for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Grand Rapids 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 Edward T Murphy
NPI records show Dr. Murphy as active with telehealth listed in Grand Rapids, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (616) 459-7258.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Edward T Murphy
Practice Location
221 Michigan St Ne Ste 300, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2537
Mailing Address
100 Michigan St Ne Mc 845, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2560
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