Gaylon Vaughn Owens, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Gaylon Vaughn Owens is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Asheville, NC with over 23 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(828) 258-0397Asheville, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 23 years in internal medicine, Gaylon Vaughn Owens, M.D. is a long-established internist in Asheville. Trained at University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (class of 2003), he has been practicing for over 23 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 32% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 688 Internal Medicine providers in NCSee all Internal Medicine in Asheville23+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 1403dNPPES updated 2022-07-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

4 Vanderbilt Park Dr Ste 100, Asheville, NC 28803-2476

Fax: (828) 258-3390
Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-6%)43%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
26%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-9%)23%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-11%)21%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Lower than avg (-2%)20%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2003

    University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine

  2. 23 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 2003)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Gaylon Vaughn Owens

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Gaylon Vaughn Owens for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Asheville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gaylon Vaughn Owens

NPI records show Dr. Owens as active with telehealth listed in Asheville, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 258-0397.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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