Henry W Tam, MD

Family Medicine

Henry W Tam is a Family Medicine specialist based in Aiken, SC with over 41 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 41 years in family medicine, Henry W Tam, MD is a long-established family medicine physician in Aiken. Trained at Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (class of 1985), he has been practicing for over 41 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 49% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 372 Family Medicine providers in SCSee all Family Medicine in Aiken41+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 220dNPPES updated 2025-10-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

216 Edgefield Ave Nw, Aiken, SC 29801-3910

Fax: (803) 641-7600
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.

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
70%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%
Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+29%)59%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-7%)42%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-10%)24%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
22%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

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 · 1985

    Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Oct 14, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 41 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (Class of 1985)

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Henry W Tam

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Henry W Tam for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Aiken required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry W Tam

Dr. Tam is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Aiken, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (803) 648-4224.

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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