Furkan Ertem, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Furkan Ertem is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Greenville, SC with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Furkan Ertem, M.D. practices as part of a group gastroenterologist practice in Greenville, SC. He has been in practice for 12+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 96.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
317 Saint Francis Dr Ste 330, Greenville, SC 29601-3914
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in South Carolina on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202396.09/100
South Carolina avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.5 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in South CarolinaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
433
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
361
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,105
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $112k
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+1%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$54 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 Furkan Ertem's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Oct 31, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Mailing address
Po Box 631341, Cincinnati, OH 45263-1341
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Furkan Ertem
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Furkan Ertem for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Greenville 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 Furkan Ertem
Dr. Ertem is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Greenville, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (864) 335-7555.
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 Furkan Ertem
Practice Location
317 Saint Francis Dr Ste 330, Greenville, SC 29601-3914
Mailing Address
Po Box 631341, Cincinnati, OH 45263-1341
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