George Effah Osei, MD
George Effah Osei, MD has been part of the Sumter medical community since 2020 in group practice. He graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine in 2018 and has 8+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 240dNPPES updated 2025-09-08 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
Tandem Health 1278 North Lafayette Drive, Sumter, SC 29154
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 = better1.67%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South Carolina1.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.4%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
76
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
168
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
900
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $94k
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 2018
West Virginia University School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 7, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
8 years in practice
Established
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
West Virginia University School of Medicine (Class of 2018)
Mailing address
6201 Greenleigh Ave, Middle River, MD 21220-2004
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With George Effah Osei
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with George Effah Osei for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — 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 George Effah Osei
NPI records show Dr. Osei as active with telehealth listed in Sumter, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (803) 774-4500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact George Effah Osei
Practice Location
Tandem Health 1278 North Lafayette Drive, Sumter, SC 29154
Mailing Address
6201 Greenleigh Ave, Middle River, MD 21220-2004
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