Ira R Willner, MD
Transplant Hepatology Internal Medicine
Ira R Willner is a Transplant Hepatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Charleston, SC with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ira R Willner, MD has practiced internal medicine for 36+ years, working in group practice. Trained at State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (class of 1990), he has been practicing for over 36 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 47% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1545dNPPES updated 2022-03-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
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 = better1.32%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South Carolina1.32% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.5%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
464
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
282
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,053
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.18M
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$20 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 Ira R Willner's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1990
Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University
Board certified · Mar 1, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist with special knowledge and the skill required of a gastroenterologist to care for patients prior to and following hepatic transplantation that spans all phases of liver transplantation. Selection of appropriate recipients requires assessment by a team having experience in evaluating the severity and prognosis of patients with liver disease.
Taxonomy: 207RT0003X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (Class of 1990)
Mailing address
Po Box 751461, Charlotte, NC 28275-1461
Differs from practice location
Virtual Transplant Hepatology Care With Ira R Willner
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ira R Willner for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Charleston 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 Ira R Willner
Dr. Willner is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Charleston, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 792-1414.
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 Ira R Willner
Practice Location
171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-0001
Mailing Address
Po Box 751461, Charlotte, NC 28275-1461
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