James F Gigante, MD
James F Gigante, MD has practiced internal medicine for 32+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from R Franklin University of Med & Sci/Chicago Medical School in 1994 and has 32+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 78.81/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 59% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 27% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
35 Bill Fries Dr Building H, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-2730
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in South Carolina, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202378.81/100
South Carolina avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in South CarolinaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.45%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South Carolina0.45% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.6%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
434
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
479
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,650
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.10M
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — 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
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$67 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to James F Gigante's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
R Franklin University of Med & Sci/Chicago Medical School
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
R Franklin University of Med & Sci/Chicago Medical School (Class of 1994)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With James F Gigante
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James F Gigante for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hilton Head Island 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 James F Gigante
NPI records show Dr. Gigante as active with telehealth listed in Hilton Head Island, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 681-2222.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James F Gigante
Practice Location
35 Bill Fries Dr Building H, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-2730
Mailing Address
35 Bill Fries Dr Building H, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-2730
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