Guilford Herschel Traylor, M.D.
Guilford Herschel Traylor is a Family Medicine specialist based in Anacortes, WA with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across WA can see Guilford Herschel Traylor, M.D. in person in Anacortes or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Washington School of Medicine graduate since 1992, he brings 34+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 49% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Uses generic medications more than 53% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2466dNPPES updated 2019-08-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
8212 S. March Point Road, Anacortes, WA 98221-8684
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 = better2.04%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Washington2.04% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.4%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
139
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
211
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,863
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $154k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$106 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Guilford Herschel Traylor's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
University of Washington School of Medicine
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Guilford Herschel Traylor
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Guilford Herschel Traylor for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Anacortes 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 Guilford Herschel Traylor
Dr. Traylor is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Anacortes, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 588-2800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Guilford Herschel Traylor
Practice Location
8212 S. March Point Road, Anacortes, WA 98221-8684
Mailing Address
8212 S. March Point Road, Anacortes, WA 98221-8684
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