Edwin R Fuller, MD
Edwin R Fuller is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Chapel Hill, NC with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across NC can see Edwin R Fuller, MD in person in Chapel Hill or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Maryland School of Medicine graduate since 2000, he brings 26+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, kidney disease, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1841dNPPES updated 2021-05-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7024 Burnett-Womack Building Cb#7155, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.7%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
209
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
162
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,086
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $359k
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, Chronic Kidney Disease, and High Cholesterol.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — 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 (+27%) — 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 (+23%) — 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 (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ 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.
$16 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Edwin R Fuller's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Board certified · May 7, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
University of Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Edwin R Fuller
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Edwin R Fuller for blood pressure monitoring, kidney care follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Chapel Hill 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 Edwin R Fuller
NPI records show Dr. Fuller as active with telehealth listed in Chapel Hill, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 966-2561.
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 Edwin R Fuller
Practice Location
7024 Burnett-Womack Building Cb#7155, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-0001
Mailing Address
7024 Burnett-Womack Building Cb#7155, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-0001
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